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Notice
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As an ENERGY STAR Partner, Sony Corporation has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency.
The International ENERGY STAR Office Equipment Program is an international program that promotes energy saving through the use of computers and other office equipment. The program backs the development and dissemination of products with functions that effectively reduce energy consumption. It is an open system in which business proprietors can participate voluntarily. The targeted products are office equipment such as computers, displays, printers, facsimiles and copiers. Their standards and logos are uniform among participating nations. ENERGY STAR is a U.S. registered trademark of the Environmental Protection Agency.

Owners Record

The model number and serial number are located inside the lower front panel of your Sony VAIO computer. Record the model and serial number in the space provided here, and keep in a secure location. Refer to the model and serial numbers when you call your Sony Service Center. Model Number: Serial Number:

Safety Information and Caution
Your computers installed optical drives may vary, depending on the system configuration you have purchased. See the online specification sheet for details on your installed optical drives. For questions regarding your product or for the Sony Service Center nearest you, visit the Sony Online Support Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport.
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose your desktop to rain or moisture. To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only. Never install modem or telephone wiring during a lightning storm. Never install telephone jacks in wet locations unless the jack is specifically designed for wet locations. Never touch uninsulated telephone wire or terminals unless the telephone line has been disconnected at the network interface. Use caution when installing or modifying telephone lines. Avoid using the modem during an electrical storm. Do not use the modem or a telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak. The socket outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible.
To change the backup battery, please contact your nearest Sony Service Center.
Caution: The use of optical instruments with this product will increase eye hazard. As the laser beam used in this product is harmful to the eyes, do not attempt to disassemble the drive cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.
Danger: Visible and invisible laser radiation when open. Avoid direct exposure to beam.
For DVD-RW: DangerVisible and invisible laser radiation when open. Avoid direct exposure to beam.
For CD-RW/CD-ROM: DangerInvisible laser radiation when open. Avoid direct exposure to beam.
Caution: For ADSL and V.90 modem models; to reduce the risk of fire, use only No. 26 AWG or larger telecommunication line cord.
Pour prvenir tout risque dincendie ou dlectrocution, garder cet appareil labri de la pluie et de lhumidit. Pour prvenir tout risque dlectrocution, ne pas ouvrir le chssis de cet appareil et ne confier son entretien qu une personne qualifie. Ne jamais effectuer linstallation de fil modem ou tlphone durant un orage lectrique. Ne jamais effectuer linstallation dune prise tlphonique dans un endroit mouill moins que la prise soit conue cet effet. Ne jamais toucher un fil tlphonique dcouvert ou un terminal moins que la ligne tlphonique nait t dbranch de linterface rseau. Soyez trs prudent lorsque vous installez ou modifiez les lignes tlphoniques. vitez dutiliser le modem durant un orage lectrique. N'utilisez pas le modem ni le tlphone pour prvenir d'une fuite de gaz vous tes prs de la fuite. Lappareil doit tre le plus prs possible dune prise murale pour en faciliter laccs.
Pour changer la pile de rechange, veuillez contacter votre centre de service Sony le plus prs.
Avertissement: L'utilisation d'instruments optiques avec ce produit augmente les risques pour les yeux. Puisque le faisceau laser utilis dans ce produit est dommageable pour les yeux, ne tentez pas de dsassembler le botier. Adressez-vous un agent de service qualifi.

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment. Only peripherals (computer input/output devices, terminals, printers, etc.) that comply with FCC Class B limits may be attached to this computer product. Operation with noncompliant peripherals is likely to result in interference to radio and television reception. All cables used to connect peripherals must be shielded and grounded. Operation with cables, connected to peripherals, that are not shielded and grounded, may result in interference to radio and television reception.

FCC Part 68

This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules and the requirements adopted by the ACTA. On the modem card is a label that contains, among other information, a product identifier in the format US:AAAEQ##TXXXX. If requested, this number must be provided to the telephone company. This modem uses the USOC RJ-11 telephone jack. A telephone plug and jack used to connect this equipment to the premises wiring and telephone network must comply with the applicable FCC Part 68 rules and requirements adopted by the ACTA. The REN is used to determine the quantity of devices which may be connected to the telephone line. Excessive RENs on the telephone line may result in the devices not ringing in response to an incoming call. In most, but not all areas, the sum of the RENs should not exceed five (5.0). To be certain of the number of devices that may be connected to the line, as determined by the total RENs, contact the telephone company. For products approved after July 23, 2001, the REN for this product is part of the product identifier that has the format US:AAAEQ##TXXXX. The digits represented by ## are the REN without a decimal point (e.g. 03 is a REN of 0.3). For earlier products, the REN is separately shown on the label. If this equipment causes harm to the telephone network, the telephone company will notify you in advance that temporary discontinuance of service may be required. But if advance notice is not practical, the telephone company will notify the customer as soon as possible. Also, you will be advised of your right to file a complaint with the FCC if you believe it is necessary. The telephone company may make changes in its facilities, equipment, operations or procedures that could affect the operations of the equipment. If this happens, the telephone company will provide advance notice in order for you to make the necessary modifications in order to maintain uninterrupted service. If trouble is experienced with this equipment, for repair or warranty information, please contact the Sony Customer Information Service Center at 1-888-4-SONY-PC (1-888-476-6972), or write to the Sony Customer Information Center, 12451 Gateway Blvd., Fort Myers, FL 33913, or find Sony Customer Service on the Web at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport. If this equipment is causing harm to the telephone network, the telephone company may request that you disconnect the equipment from the network until the problem is resolved. Repair of this equipment should be made only by a Sony Service Center or Sony authorized agent. For the Sony Service Center nearest you, call 1-888-4-SONY-PC (1-888-476-6972), or visit the Sony Online Support Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport. Connection to Party Line Service is subject to state tariffs. Contact the state public utility commission, public service commission, or corporation commission for information. If your home has specially wired alarm equipment connected to the telephone line, ensure the installation of this equipment does not disable your alarm equipment. If you have questions about what will disable alarm equipment, consult your telephone company or a qualified installer. Please use a surge arrestor against electrical surges.

Telephone Consumer Protection Act of 1991 (United States) hone
The Telephone Consumer Protection Act of 1991 makes it unlawful for any person to use a computer or other electronic device, including FAX machines, to send any message unless such message clearly contains, in a margin at the top or bottom of each transmitted page or on the first page of the transmission, the date and time it is sent and an identification of the business, other entity, or individual sending the message, and the telephone number of the sending machine or such business, other entity, or individual. (The telephone number provided may not be a 900 number or any other number for which charges exceed local or long distance transmission charges.) In order to program this information into your facsimile machine, see your fax software documentation.
Telephone Consumer Guidelines (Canada)
Please refer to your telephone directory under Privacy Issues and/or Terms of Service. For more detailed information, please contact: CRTC Terrasses de la Chaudire Tour centrale 1 promenade du Portage 5 tage Hull PQ K1A 0N2. This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Cet appareil numrique de la classe B est conforme la norme NMB-003 du Canada. Model No.: PCVA-IMB5A (For models equipped with Giga Pocket features) Supplementary Television Broadcasting Receiving Apparatus - Appareils supplmentaires de rception de tlvision, Canada.
Disposal of Lithium Battery y
You can return your unwanted lithium batteries to your nearest Sony Service Center or Factory Service Center.
In some areas the disposal of lithium batteries in household or business trash may be prohibited.
For the location of the Sony Service Center nearest you, visit the Sony Online Support Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport.
Do not handle damaged or leaking lithium batteries.
Ne pas manipuler les batteries au lithium qui fuient ou sont endommages.
Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Discard used batteries according to the manufacturers instructions.
Une batterie non conforme prsente un danger d'explosion. La remplacer seulement par une batterie identique ou de type quivalent recommand par le fabricant. vacuer les batteries uses selon les directives du fabricant.

Getting Started..13
Unpacking Your Computer..14
Locating Controls And Ports.17 7
About the Front Panel..18 About the Back Panel..21 About the Keyboard..24 About the Remote Control..26
Setting Up Your Computer..31
Connecting a Display (Monitor).32 Connecting the Speakers..33 Connecting the Keyboard and Mouse..34 Connecting the Telephone and Modem Cables.35 Connecting the Power Cords..36 Turning On Your Computer..37 Registering Your Computer..37 Turning Off Your Computer..38
VAIO Computer Quick Start
Troubleshooting leshooting..39 Support Options..41
Immediate Help and Support. 41 Resources for Additional Help and Support. 42

GETTING STARTED NG D

Congratulations on your purchase of the Sony VAIO computer! Your new, high-performance, multimedia computer combines state-of-the-art computer functionality with the latest audio, video and information technology features.

Unpacking Your Computer

Your computer may not be supplied with all of the accessories shown, depending on the system configuration purchased. For details about the accessories supplied with your computer, go to the Sony Online Support Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport, to view the online specifications sheet.
Your VAIO computer is not supplied with System or Application Recovery CDs. Use
the VAIO Recovery utility to recover your computer's operating system and preinstalled software.
Computer and supplied accessories

System unit

Speakers
Mouse Modem cable Keyboard Video adapter Power cord
Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder accessories (For models equipped with Giga Pocket features)

Remote control (1)

TV coaxial cable (1)

AA batteries (2)

Infrared receiver (1)

Manuals

VAIO Computer Quick Start Provides basic information on setting up and registering your computer. The Quick Start also provides resources for technical support, safety guidelines, and owners information.

Online Documentation

VAIO Computer User Guide Contains information on the hardware and preinstalled software applications included with your system. To access the online manual: Click Start in the Windows taskbar, then click Help and Support. From the VAIO Help And Support Center menu, click VAIO User Guide.
Specifications This online specifications sheet describes the hardware and software configuration of your VAIO computer. Visit the Sony Online Support Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport to view your computers specifications sheet.

VAIO Computer Quick Start
VAIO Software Provides specific information on the preinstalled software on your computer. To access this online software information: Click Start in the Windows taskbar. Click Welcome to VAIO life.

Hard Disk Drive Recovery

Your computer is equipped with the VAIO Recovery Wizard, a utility program that recovers your computers operating system and preinstalled software. For more information about hard disk recovery Click Start in the Windows taskbar, then click Help and Support. From the VAIO Help And Support Center menu, click VAIO Recovery Options.
A software library, containing the Microsoft software and Sony end-user license agreements.
Locating Controls And Ports
This section is intended to familiarize you with the controls, ports and jacks on your computer. Your computer may not be equipped with all of these hardware features, and the location of the controls, ports, and jacks may vary from the illustrations shown in this section. To view the specific connection capabilities for your system, visit the Sony Online Support Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport to view the specifications sheet.

About the Front Panel

The front panel of your VAIO computer enables access to the optical and floppy disk drives. On certain models, the front panel also provides access to a Memory Stick media slot, Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder features, SmartMedia, CompactFlash/Microdrive media card slot, Universal Serial Bus (USB) and i.LINK ports that enable you to connect compatible peripheral devices. System configuration may vary, depending on the model purchased. See the online specifications sheet for details. Front panel
Optical drive 1 See the online specifications sheet for optical drive information. Optical drive 2* See the online specifications sheet for optical drive information.
Floppy disk drive Reads and writes data from and to a 3.5-inch floppy disk. Floppy disk drive access indicator Light is green while reading and writing data from and to a floppy disk. Power button The power button turns the computer on/off. Standby indicator Light is amber when the computer is in Stand by mode. Memory Stick media slot and access indicator Reads and writes data from and to a Memory Stick media. The access indicator is amber when reading or writing data to a Memory Stick media. Media access indicator Light is amber when reading or writing data. S-video In jack Connection for an S-video cable (optional). Composite video In jack Connection for a video cable (optional). Composite audio L In jack Connection for an audio cable (optional). Composite audio R In jack Connection for an audio cable (optional). Optical drive 1 eject button Ejects a disc from Optical drive 1. Optical drive 2 eject button Ejects a disc from Optical drive 2. Floppy disk eject button Ejects a floppy disk.
Power indicator (VAIO) Light is blue when the computer is on. The light turns off when the computer is in Standby mode or turned off. Hard disk drive and optical disc drive access indicator Light is amber while reading and writing data. CompactFlash/Microdrive media card slot Reads and writes data from and to CompactFlash or Microdrive media. SmartMedia card slot Reads and writes data from and to a SmartMedia media. Universal Serial Bus (USB 2.0) ports** Connections for compatible high/full/low-speed USB devices. i.LINK 4-pin S400 port (IEEE 1394) Connection for a compatible digital device.

Monitor (DVI) port* Connection for a DVI monitor. TV Out (S-Video/video) jack Connection for an S-video cable (optional). VHF/UHF port Connection for a TV coaxial cable (supplied).
* The location and availability of this monitor port may vary, depending on the computer model purchased. This feature is not available on all models. See the specifications sheet for details on your computers hardware configuration.
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 394 applications, operating system, and compatible i.LINK devices. All products with an i.LINK connection may not communicate with each other. 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.

About the Keyboard

Your VAIO keyboard uses a standard key arrangement with additional keys that perform specific functions. VAIO Keyboard
Number Lock (+) Volume Mute Standby Capital Lock Scroll Lock

Function

(-) Volume

Numeric Keypad

Windows

Applications

Directional arrows

DESCRIPTION

The 12 function keys along the top of the keyboard are used to perform certain tasks. The task associated with each function key may vary from one application to the next. Press a button to increase (+) or decrease (-) the volume of the speakers. Press the button to turn off the speaker sound. Press the Mute button again to restore sound.

Volume Control

Stand by
Press the button to place the computer in Stand by mode. Press the power button or any key briefly, to resume normal operation.
Numeric keypad Use the numeric keypad area to type numbers or to perform basic math calculations. Press the Num Lock key to activate the numeric keypad. (The Num Lock indicator lights.) Press the Num Lock key again to deactivate the numeric keypad. Directional Arrows Applications The Up, Down, Left, and Right arrow keys move the pointer on the screen. The Applications key displays a shortcut menu in certain software applications. Pressing this key is equivalent to clicking the right mouse button. The key with the Microsoft Windows logo displays the Start menu. Pressing this key is equivalent to clicking Start on the taskbar.

FUNCTION

INDICATORS

Num Lock

The Num Lock indicator lights when the numeric keypad is activated. When the indicator is off, the directional arrow and correction keys on the numeric keypad area are active. The Caps Lock indicator lights up to advise you that the keyboard is set to type letters in uppercase. When the indicator is off, the letters appear in lower case as you type. The Scroll Lock indicator lights up to advise you that your screens scrolling pattern has changed. When the indicator is off, the screen scrolls normally. This function is not available with all software applications.

Caps Lock

Scroll Lock

About the Remote Control

The remote control is supplied with VAIO computers that are equipped with Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder features*. The remote control can start and stop video recording and playback, select channels, and set viewing preferences. This section describes the basic functions of your remote control. Remote control

MUTE STANDBY

AUDIO TV/VIDEO DISPLAY JUMP REC REW STOP REC STOP FF ENTER SIZE FUNCTION PREV PLAY NEXT PAUSE

TV MUSIC

VIDEO HOME NETWORK MENU

BACK TOOLS

APPLICATION

VOLUME

CHANNEL

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* See the online specifications sheet for information about your computers hardware configuration.
MUTE button Press to turn off the sound. Press again to restore the sound. Channel number buttons (0-9) Press to select specific channels. (Press the ENT button to activate channel selection.) JUMP button Press to go to the previous channel. Press again to return to the current channel. ENTER button Press to activate channel selection. See Channel number buttons. REC STOP button Press to stop recording. (Note: The REC STOP function is only available for the Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder software program.) REC button Press to begin recording. (Note: The REC function is only available for the Giga Pocket software program.) TV button Press to change from the on-screen image to the TV/Recording deck. VIDEO button Press to change to the external video equipment, such as your VCR. (Note: You cannot change the input source while recording.) DVD button Press to change to an external DVD device, such as a DVD player. MUSIC button Press to launch the SonicStage software program. HOME NETWORK button Press to launch the VAIO Media software program. Direction and ENTER buttons Press a direction arrow to navigate. Press ENTER to select. BACK button Press to return to the previous screen. (Note: This function is not available for the Giga Pocket software program.) APPLICATION START button Press to launch the Giga Pocket software program.

VOLUME button Press to raise or lower the volume. 10 STANDBY button Press to place the system into Stand by mode. (Note: You cannot place the computer into Stand by mode when certain Giga Pocket software program functions are running.) 11 AUDIO button Press to view available sound mode options on the monitor/display. TV/VIDEO button Press to change the on-screen image from the TV/Recording deck to external video equipment, such as your VCR. (Note: You cannot change the input source while recording.) DISPLAY button During DVD playback in full screen mode, press to show the settings window. When using the Giga Pocket software program, press to display the TV/Recording deck and playback deck screens. Press again to hide these views. SIZE button Press to view the current software program in full-screen size. Press again to return the view to its original size. 12 FUNCTION button When the Giga Pocket software program is selected, using the MENU button, press the Function button to switch from the TV/recording deck to the playback deck. When using the SonicStage software program, press to change from the music drive (hard disk drive) to the CD. 13 REW and FF buttons Press to rewind or fast-forward. PREV and NEXT buttons Press to move back to the previous screen or forward to the next screen. STOP button Press to stop playback. PLAY button Press to begin playback. PAUSE button Press to pause playback.
14 MENU button Press to view a shortcut menu of available software programs. Press again to hide this menu. (Note: For the Giga Pocket software program, the Select Video Capsules window displays. Press the button again to hide this window.) 15 TOOLS button The function of this button may vary between DVD media. See the DVD player software program instructions for details. 16 APPLICATION CLOSE button Press to close the Giga Pocket software program. 17 CHANNEL button Press to change channels automatically (no number input required). (Note: This function is only available for the Giga Pocket software program.)
For more details about the function buttons on your remote control, see Giga Pocket
To set up the remote control p
Insert two AA batteries (supplied) into the remote control as shown. Inserting batteries into the remote control
If your remote control does not operate properly, the batteries may need to be

replaced. When your remote control is not being used for extended periods of time, remove the batteries to avoid possible damage from battery leakage.
Setting Up Your Computer g er
Your computer may not be equipped with all of the hardware features described in the section. The location of the controls, ports, and jacks may vary from the illustrations shown. See the online specifications sheet for your system's specific hardware configuration.
Connecting a Display (Monitor) Monitor)
Plug the displays cable into the appropriate monitor port. If necessary, plug the displays cable into the back of the display.
The location and availability of the monitor ports may vary, depending on the model
purchased. For details about your computers hardware configuration, see the online specifications sheet.

To connect a display

To connect a DVI display
Install your equipment so that you can easily reach the power outlet in the event of an

emergency.

Connecting the Speakers
The right and left speakers are attached. The right speaker has a speaker wire with a jack connector and an AC power cord that supplies power to both speakers. From the right speaker, plug the jack connector into the Headphones jack located on the back panel of your computer. From the right speaker, plug the AC power cord into a grounded AC wall outlet or surge suppressor.

To connect the speakers

Connecting the Keyboard and Mouse
Plug the keyboard cable into the keyboard port on the back of the computer. Plug the mouse cable into the mouse port on the back of the computer.
To connect the keyboard and mouse

To use an optical mouse

An optical mouse requires an ideal surface in order to provide proper pointing and tracking.
Use surfaces such as plain paper, card stock, or fabric that have minimal repetitive patterning. Avoid surfaces such as mirrors, smooth glass, or magazines that have halftone printing.
Connecting the Telephone and Modem Cables
Connecting the Telephone and Modem Cables m
Your computer is equipped with a single modem line jack to connect the supplied modem cable to your telephone wall jack. To use your wall jack for your telephone and modem lines, purchase a 1-to-2 jack adapter device (splitter).

To connect the telephone and modem cables
3 Unplug your telephone cable from the wall jack. Insert the telephone cable into one of the RJ-11 jacks on an optional 1-to-2 jack adapter device (splitter). Insert one end of the modem cable (supplied) into the other RJ-11 jack on the splitter device.
1 to 2 jack adapter (splitter - optional)
Insert the plug end of the splitter device into the wall jack. Plug the modem cable into the modem line jack located on the back panel of the computer. 35
To connect the modem cable directly to the computer
3 Unplug your telephone from the wall jack. Plug the modem cable (supplied) into the modem line jack located on the back panel of your computer Plug the other end of the modem cable into the wall jack.
Your computer has a protective sticker covering the Ethernet port located on the rear panel. Connect only 10BASE-T and 100BASE-TX cables to the Ethernet port. Using other cables or a telephone cable may result in an electric current overload that can cause a malfunction, excessive heat, or fire in the Ethernet port. For help on connecting to a network, see your network administrator.
Connecting the Power Cords
Plug the power cord into the AC Input port, located on the back panel of the computer. Plug both the display and computer power cords into a grounded AC wall outlet or a power strip.
To connect the power cords

Turning On Your Computer

When you start your system for the first time, your computer may detect new equipment and display a dialog box that prompts you to restart your computer. Respond to this prompt immediately. 3 Press the power button on the computer to turn on the power. Press the power button on the display to turn on the power. Press the power button, located on the side of the right speaker, to turn on the power.

To turn on your computer

Registering Your Computer
Take advantage of Sonys commitment to quality customer support and receive these benefits by registering your computer:
Sony Customer Support Communicate with a Support Representative to troubleshoot problems you may be having with your computer. Limited warranty Protect your investment. See the Limited Warranty Card for more details.
You are prompted to register your computer the first time you turn on the unit. Follow
the on-screen instructions to complete the registration process. If you are not able to register your computer during the first session, you are provided with additional registration opportunities later.
Turning Off Your Computer
Follow these steps when you are ready to turn off your computer for an extended period of time.
To avoid loss of data, do not use the Power button to turn off the computer.

To turn off your computer
1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar, then select Turn Off Computer. The Turn Off Computer dialog box appears. 2 Select the Turn Off option.
Respond to any prompts about saving your documents.
Wait for your computer to turn off automaticallythe power indicator light turns off. Turn off any peripheral devices connected to your computer.
If you plan to stop using your computer for a short period of time, use Stand by mode.

About the power button

If your system stops responding, press and hold the power button for more than six seconds to force your system to shut down. You may need to repeat this procedure if your system does not shut down on the first attempt.

Troubleshooting

This section describes how to troubleshoot common problems. For information on other troubleshooting topics, see the online VAIO Computer User Guide.
My computer does not start.
Verify that the computer is plugged into a power source and that it is turned on. Check that the power indicator is lit on the front panel of the computer. Confirm that a disk is not in the floppy disk drive* (unless you are using a bootable floppy disk). Confirm that a CD is not in an optical drive (unless you are using a bootable CD). Confirm that the power cord and all cables are connected firmly. If you plugged the computer into a power strip or Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS), make sure the power strip or UPS is turned on and working. Verify that the monitor is plugged into a power source and turned on. If your system has a built-in monitor, confirm that it is plugged into an appropriate power source and that the system is turned on.
Verify that the brightness or contrast control dials are adjusted correctly. (See the manual supplied with your display for details.) Confirm that the computer is not in Stand by mode by pressing any key on the keyboard.
* Certain VAIO computers are not equipped with a floppy disk drive. You can purchase this equipment separately.
What can I do if my computer or software stop responding?
You can try to locate and close the software program that has stopped responding. 3 Press the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys. The Windows Task Manager window appears. From the Applications tab, locate the software program that has the status message, Not responding. Select the software program that has a Not Responding status and click End Task. Windows attempts to close the program.
If your computer does not respond or the software program does not close, try the following steps: Save and close any open files, if possible. Press the Alt+F4 keys. The Turn Off Computer window appears. If the Turn Off Computer window does not appear, press Ctrl+Alt+Delete. 3 Click Restart.

Resources for Additional Help and Support
If the information provided with your VAIO computer does not offer an immediate solution, or you would like to get direct support, try these additional help and support resources.
Sony Online Support Web site
Online help and support are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, when you visit the Sony Online Support Web site. You can access the Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport. The Sony Online Support Web site provides:
Information about your specific model computer, such as
hardware and software specifications. upgrade and maintenance procedures. safety and legal information. quick solutions to common problems.
* You can locate the online Help for Sony software programs by pointing to the individual software programs icon and selecting Help from the submenu.
Resources for Additional Help and Support
An automated tutorial library that contains interactive, easy-to-understand lessons on using your computers hardware and software features. Links that enable you to:
find the nearest Sony service center locations. arrange for repairs or check repair status. review warranty information. e-mail your question or comments to the Sony Customer Information Services Center. check pricing and availability for products, accessories and parts, as well as purchase online. access the Sony Solutions Knowledge Base, a database that contains answers to many frequently asked questions.
Sony Customer Information Services Center vices
If other support options do not resolve your issue, you can contact a Sony Support representative directly. Before making a call to the Sony Customer Information Services Center, have this basic information readily available. 3 VAIO computer system type. Model number. Serial number*. Example: Operating system. Hardware feature or software program that has a problem. (See the online VAIO User Guide for the appropriate software technical support information.) Brief description of the issue.
For VAIO computers purchased in the U.S. and Canada, contact a Sony Support representative at 1-888-476-6972.
* The serial number is located on the back panel of your computer. The serial number is on a white barcode label.

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VAIO Digital Studio System Reference Manual

NOTICE

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Owners Record

The model number and serial number are located on the back panel of your Sony VAIO computer. Record the model and serial number in the space provided here, and keep in a secure location. Refer to the model and serial numbers when you call your Sony Service Center.
Model Number: Serial Number:
Safety Information and Caution
Your computers installed optical drives may vary, depending on the system configuration you have purchased. See the online specifications sheet for details on your installed optical drives. For questions regarding your product or for the Sony Service Center nearest you, visit the Sony Computing Support Web site at http:// www.sony.com/pcsupport.
DVD-ROM Laser Diode Properties

Laser Output Wave Length

0.7 mW (DVD) 640-660 nm (DVD)

0.4 mW (CD)

770-810 nm (CD)
DVDRW Laser Diode Properties
CD-RW Laser Diode Properties

Laser Output

32 mW (DVDWrite) 0.8 mW (DVDRead)
77 mW (CDWrite) 1.6 mW (CDRead) 780-787 nm (CD)
1.5 mW (CD-Read) 59.4 mW (CD-Write) 780-784 nm (CD)

Wave Length

654-660 nm (DVD)
CD-ROM Laser Diode Properties
DVD-RW Laser Diode Properties

1.0 mW (CD-Read)

760-810 nm (CD)
23 mW (DVD-Write) 0.8 mW (DVD-Read) 655-660 nm (DVD)
38 mW (CDWrite) 0.8 mW (CDRead) 779-787 nm (CD)
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose your desktop to rain or moisture. To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only. Never install modem or telephone wiring during a lightning storm. Never install telephone jacks in wet locations unless the jack is specifically designed for wet locations. Never touch uninsulated telephone wire or terminals unless the telephone line has been disconnected at the network interface. Use caution when installing or modifying telephone lines. Avoid using the modem during an electrical storm. Do not use the modem or a telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak. The socket outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible.
DangerVisible and invisible laser radiation when open. Avoid direct exposure to beam. For DVD-RW: DangerVisible and invisible laser radiation when open. Avoid direct exposure to beam. For CD-RW: DangerInvisible laser radiation when open. Avoid direct exposure to beam. CautionFor ADSL and V.90 modem models; to reduce the risk of fire, use only No. 26 AWG or larger telecommunication line cord.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/ TV technician for help. You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment. Only peripherals (computer input/output devices, terminals, printers, etc.) that comply with FCC Class B limits may be attached to this computer product. Operation with noncompliant peripherals is likely to result in interference to radio and television reception. All cables used to connect peripherals must be shielded and grounded. Operation with cables, connected to peripherals, that are not shielded and grounded, may result in interference to radio and television reception.

FCC Part 68

This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules and the requirements adopted by the ACTA. On the rear of this equipment is a label that contains, among other information, a product identifier in the format US:AAAEQ##TXXXX. If requested, this number must be provided to the telephone company. This modem uses the USOC RJ-11 telephone jack. A telephone plug and jack used to connect this equipment to the premises wiring and telephone network must comply with the applicable FCC Part 68 rules and requirements adopted by the ACTA. The REN is used to determine the quantity of devices which may be connected to the telephone line. Excessive RENs on the telephone line may result in the devices not ringing in response to an incoming call. In most, but not all areas, the sum of the RENs should not exceed five (5.0). To be certain of the number of devices that may be connected to the line, as determined by the total RENs, contact the telephone company. For products approved after July 23, 2001, the REN for this product is part of the product identifier that has the format US:AAEQ##TXXXX. The digits represented by ## are the REN without a decimal point (e.g. 03 is a REN of 0.3). For earlier products, the REN is separately shown on the label If this equipment causes harm to the telephone network, the telephone company will notify you in advance that temporary discontinuance of service may be required. But if advance notice is not practical, the telephone company will notify the customer as soon as possible. Also, you will be advised of your right to file a complaint with the FCC if you believe it is necessary. The telephone company may make changes in its facilities, equipment, operations or procedures that could affect the operations of the equipment. If this happens, the telephone company will provide advance notice in order for you to make the necessary modifications in order to maintain uninterrupted service. If trouble is experienced with this equipment, for repair or warranty information, please contact the Sony Customer Information Service Center at 1-8884-SONY-PC (1-888-476-6972), or write to the Sony Customer Information Center, 12451 Gateway Blvd., Fort Myers, FL 33913, or find Sony Customer Service on the Web at http://www.sony.com/ pcsupport. If this equipment is causing harm to the telephone network, the telephone company may request that you disconnect the equipment from the network until the problem is resolved. Repair of this equipment should be made only by a Sony Service Center or Sony authorized agent. For the Sony Service Center nearest you, call 1-888-4SONY-PC (1-888-476-6972), or visit the Sony Computing Web site at http://www.sony.com/ pcsupport.

Connection to Party Line Service is subject to state tariffs. Contact the state public utility commission, public service commission, or corporation commission for information. If your home has specially wired alarm equipment connected to the telephone line, ensure the installation of this equipment does not disable your alarm equipment. If you have questions about what will disable alarm equipment, consult your telephone company or a qualified installer. Please use a surge arrestor against electrical surges.
Telephone Consumer Protection Act of 1991 (United States)
The Telephone Consumer Protection Act of 1991 makes it unlawful for any person to use a computer or other electronic device, including FAX machines, to send any message unless such message clearly contains, in a margin at the top or bottom of each transmitted page or on the first page of the transmission, the date and time it is sent and an identification of the business, other entity, or individual sending the message, and the telephone number of the sending machine or such business, other entity, or individual. (The telephone number provided may not be a 900 number or any other number for which charges exceed local or long distance transmission charges.) In order to program this information into your facsimile machine, see your fax software documentation.
Telephone Consumer Guidelines (Canada)
Please refer to your telephone directory under Privacy Issues and/or Terms of Service. For more detailed information, please contact: CRTC Terrasses de la Chaudire Tour centrale 1 promenade du Portage 5 tage Hull PQ K1A 0N2. This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Cet ppareil numrique de la classe B est conforme la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
Disposal of Lithium Battery
You can return your unwanted lithium batteries to your nearest Sony Service Center or Factory Service Center.
Ne pas manipuler les batteries au lithium qui fuient ou sont endommages. Une batterie non conforme prsente un danger d'explosion. La remplacer seulement par une batterie identique ou de type quivalent recommand par le fabricant. vacuer les batteries uses selon les directives du fabricant. La manutention incorrecte du module de batterie de cet appareil prsente un risque d'incendie ou de brlures chimiques. Ne pas dmonter, incinrer ou exposer une temprature de plus de 100C. vacuer promptement la batterie use. Garder hors de porte des enfants.

To install an add-on card
Shut down your computer and turn off all peripheral devices, such as your printer. Unplug your computer and any peripheral devices. Remove the side panel. Locate an available expansion slot. Remove the slot cover's screw, and then remove the slot cover.
When removing a slot cover, be careful not to damage components on the system board or add-on cards. You may need to temporarily remove add-on cards or other components that may be next to the slot cover you want to remove.

Removing the slot cover

Install the add-on card by inserting it into the expansion slot and secure it with the screw from the expansion slot cover.
Installing an add-on card
Attach any internal cables that the card requires. See the instructions supplied with the add-on card. Replace the side panel. See Replacing the Side Panel on page 26. Reconnect all peripheral devices and the power cord, and then turn on the computer.
Installing an Add-On Card
Remove the side panel (see Removing the Side Panel on page 24). Locate an available expansion slot. Remove the slot cover adjacent to the selected slot (see Removing a Slot Cover on page 42). Insert the add-on card into the PCI slot. Use a gentle rocking motion, pressing down until the card is fully seated.
Align the card's bracket so that the bottom of the bracket fits into the slot at the
bottom of the chassis. Assure that the top of the bracket fits snugly against the chassis lip after the card is fully inserted.
Installing a PCI add-on card (PCV-RX series model)
Replace the screw that secures the card. Attach any necessary cables to the card (see the instructions that came with the add-on card). Replace the side panel (see Replacing the Side Panel on page 26). Turn on the computer and follow any instructions that came with the add-on card.
Replacing the Lithium Battery
You may need to replace the lithium battery if your computer consistently loses the date or time settings after it is turned off. The lithium battery has a typical life of three years, after which the battery may be too weak to power the CMOS memory.
Do not handle damaged or leaking batteries. The lithium battery may explode if mistreated. Do not disassemble it or dispose of it in fire. When you remove the lithium battery, all values stored in the CMOS memory (BIOS setup values and Plug and Play values) may be lost. Although the computer can hold the charge for a short time while replacing the battery, it is safer to assume that the settings will be lost. When the values are lost, the BIOS values revert to their factory-default settings (see Accessing the BIOS Setup Utility on page 16).

Reboot your computer by selecting Shut Down. from the Start menu, and then selecting Restart. If the error message Error: Check date and time settings appears during the reboot sequence, press F2 during the reboot process to access the BIOS Setup Utility. Otherwise it is not necessary to replace the battery at this time, and you can skip all remaining steps. Compare all the BIOS options to their default settings (see CMOS Setup Options on page 57). Make a list of all the BIOS options that are different from their default values. Refer to this list when you restore the BIOS settings later. Select Exit Discarding Changes from the main menu using the right arrow key. Press Enter, type Y when prompted to discard changes, then press Enter to exit the BIOS Setup Utility. Turn off the computer and unplug the power cord. Remove the side panel (see Removing the Side Panel on page 24).
If necessary, remove any add-on cards to gain access to the battery. You may also need to disconnect some cables.
Touch any exposed metal part of chassis to discharge static electricity in your body before handling an add-on card or other sensitive electronic component.
Use a small flathead screwdriver or your finger to push in (not down) against the small tab at one end of the battery holder to release the battery.
Installing a lithium battery (PCV-RX series model)
Push the tab in (not down) to release the battery
Gently lift out the battery and dispose of it properly. Insert the new battery into the battery holder, with the plus (+) side up, and press down until the battery is secure.
The Sony CR2032 battery is recommended. Using a type of battery other than a
CR2032 may present a risk of fire or explosion.
Replace any add-on cards that were removed. Reconnect any cables that were disconnected. Replace the side panel (see Replacing the Side Panel on page 26). Reconnect the power cord and turn on the computer.
If the error message Error: Check date and time settings. appears during the reboot sequence, press F2 during the reboot process to access the BIOS Setup Utility. If no error message displays, the computers BIOS settings were retained during the battery replacement and you can skip the remaining steps. Refer to the list you made in step 3 and restore any non-default BIOS settings (see CMOS Setup Options on page 57). Select Exit Saving Changes from the main menu using the right arrow key. Press Enter, type Y when prompted to discard changes, then press Enter to exit the BIOS Setup Utility. The computers BIOS settings are now restored.

Removing a Memory Module

You may need to remove a memory module if you change the memory configuration or replace a bad module. By default, your computers memory sockets are filled with DDR-DIMM modules.
Remove the side panel (see Removing the Side Panel on page 24).
Remove the power supply to access the memory modules underneath.*
Remove the power supply (see Removing the Power Supply (PCV-RX series models) on page 49).*
Touch any exposed metal part of the chassis to discharge static electricity in your body before handling the memory module.
Locate the memory module you wish to remove.
* Applicable to PCV-RX models only.
Removing a memory module (PCV-RZ series model)
Removing a memory module (PCV-RX series model)
The memory modules are located beneath the power supply (applicable to PCV-RX

models only).

Push down the handle on each side of the memory module to eject the module from its socket. Grasp one edge of the memory module and lift out. Store the module in a static-free bag.
Installing Memory Modules
Your system supports PC2700 DDR-SDRAM memory modules. The DDR-DIMM memory modules can be single- or double-sided and installed in either socket.
Choose the size of the memory module and configuration as shown in the following table. Memory modules can vary in size and speed between sockets. The minimum memory size is 128 MB. The maximum memory size is 1.0 GB. The BIOS automatically detects the type, size and speed of the memory modules.
Memory module configurations (MB)* DIMM1 0, 128, 256, 512 DIMM2 0, 128, 256, 512
* Your computer ships with at least 512 MB of memory and is expandable to 1.0 GB. Your model may ship with more than 512 MB SDRAM depending on the configuration you purchased.
Use only PC2700 memory. Your system does not support EDO, buffered DDR-SDRAM, or PC100/133 SDRAM memory.
If necessary, remove the memory module you wish to replace (see Removing a Memory Module on page 36).

Aux Power header Pin Signal Name Ground Ground +12 V +12 V

CLR CMOS Jumper

The CLR CMOS Jumper clears the BIOS password setting.

CLR CMOS

CLR CMOS Jumper Settings Jumper Plug Position 1-2 2-3 Function Clear CMOS Password Normal
The configuration jumpers should never need changing unless otherwise directed by a
technical support or service technician.
Chapter 5 CMOS Setup Options
This chapter describes each screen in the Award BIOS Setup Utility (see Accessing the BIOS Setup Utility on page 16). The Award BIOS setup has five menu items on the menu bar. These are:
Main Advanced Power Boot Exit
Options that you can change are enclosed in brackets. Text that is not enclosed in brackets cannot be changed. A small triangle ( ) indicates that there is a sub-menu with additional information and options. Press Enter to display the sub-menu. The information and options in a sub-menu are context-sensitive (they appear or disappear, depending on which options you select). The item shown in [brackets] in this guide is the default option. The option shown in [brackets] on the screen is the option currently set for your system. The other available options for each item are shown without brackets directly below the default option in this guide. The available options are listed in the order they occur when you press the + key. Use the left and right arrow keys to choose a menu item. Use the up and down arrow keys to select an option. Press Enter to display a list of options, or press the + or - key to cycle through the other options. If you display the list of options, use the up and down arrow keys to select an option in the list, then press Enter to choose the selection. Press Esc to go back to the main menu.
Press F10 to save the changes and exit, or press Esc to discard the changes. Follow the on-screen prompts for other choices. The bottom of the screen presents a summary of the keys to use for navigation and control.

CMOS Setup Options

Main Screen
System Time System Date Primary Master Primary Slave Secondary Master Secondary Slave Supervisor Password User Password Installed Memory BIOS Revision/Version [00:00:00] [01/01/2003] (see IDE Sub-Menus on page 60) (see IDE Sub-Menus on page 60) (see IDE Sub-Menus on page 60) (see IDE Sub-Menus on page 60) [Disabled] [Disabled] See online specifications sheet for details. 1002 (depends on model)

IDE Sub-Menus Type [Auto] User Type HDD CD-ROM LS-120 ZIP-100 MO Other ATAPI None [LBA] Large Normal Match Partition Table Manual [1024] [255] [63] 8422 MB 40992 MB (depends on model)

Translation Method*

Cylinders Heads Sectors CHS Capacity* Maximum LBA Capacity*

Multi-Sector Transfers*

[Maximum] Disabled 2 Sectors 4 Sectors 8 Sectors 16 Sectors 32 Sectors [4]
PIO Mode** ULTRA DMA Mode
[5] [Auto] Floppy Hard Disk

Set Device As

* This option appears when Type is set to User Type HDD. This option appears when Type is set to Auto or User Type HDD. This option appears when Type is set to Auto or User Type HDD. ** This option appears when Type is not set to None. This option appears when Type is set to ZIP-100 or MO.

Advanced Screen

CPU Speed Hyper Threading Technology [1500MHz]* [Enabled] Disabled
I/O Device Configuration (see I/O Device Configuration Sub-Menu on page 62) PCI Configuration (see PCI Configuration Sub-Menu on page 62)
* CPU Speed may vary, depending on the model purchased. Hyper Threading Technology may vary, depending on the model purchased.
I/O Device Configuration Sub-Menu Onboard AC97 Audio Controller Onboard AC97 Modem Controller Onboard 1394 Controller Onboard Lan Controller Onboard Parallel Port [Enabled] Disabled [Enabled] Disabled [Enabled] Disabled [Enabled] Disabled [378H/IRQ7] 278H/IRQ5 Disabled 3BCH/IRQ7 [Normal] EPP ECP ECP+EPP [Enabled] Disabled

Parallel Port Mode

Onboard Memory Stick Controller PCI Configuration Sub-Menu Slot 1 IRQ to Slot 3 IRQ
[Auto] NA [PCI/AGP] AGP/PCI [Disabled] Enabled
VGA BIOS Sequence Onboard LAN Boot ROM

Power Screen

Power Up Control AC PWR Loss Restart Wake On LAN Hardware Monitor MB Temperature CPU Temperature CPU Fan Speed Power Fan Speed VCORE Voltage +3.3V Voltage +5V Voltage +12V Voltage [(displays actual temperature)] Ignore [(displays actual temperature)] Ignore [(displays actual RPM)] Ignore [(displays actual RPM)] Ignore [(displays actual voltage)] Ignore [(displays actual voltage)] Ignore [(displays actual voltage)] Ignore [(displays actual voltage)] Ignore [Disabled] Enabled [Disabled] Enabled

Boot Screen

1. ATAPI CD-ROM 2. Removable Device [(displays installed drive)] Disabled [Legacy Floppy] LS120 ZIP-100 ATAPI MO USB FDD Disabled [(displays installed drive)] Disabled [Disabled] INT18 Device (Network) SCSI Boot Device [Enabled] Disabled
3. IDE Hard Drive 4. Other Boot Device

Silent Boot

Exit Screen
Exit Saving Changes Exit Discarding Changes Load Setup Defaults Discard Changes Save Changes
Chapter 6 Miscellaneous Technical Information
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
User and Supervisor password Beep code error messages PCI configuration status and error messages DMA channel assignments System I/O address map Memory map IRQ settings

additional hardware.

Models equipped with Giga Pocket features may require increased system resources due to
User and Supervisor Passwords
The system allows you to specify up to two passwords (a User password and a Supervisor password) in the CMOS Setup Utility. The User password is required; the Supervisor password is optional. Access to the CMOS Setup Utility depends on which passwords were previously set, as indicated next.
If you set these passwords. User password only Supervisor password only.the following passwords are required: User password is required at bootup. No password is required at bootup. Supervisor password is required by most setup options. User password is required at bootup. Supervisor password is required by most setup options.

Both passwords

Miscellaneous Technical Information

Beep Code Error Messages

During a normal bootup, a single short beep signifies that the system is OK. Other beep patterns signify errors. The number of beeps indicates the specific error that occurred. If a system error occurs, the Sony Online Support technicians require the number of beeps your system produces.
PCI Configuration Status and Error Messages
The following is a list of status and error messages that may appear on your system from time to time.
Message Floppy Disk Controller Resource Conflict NVRAM Checksum Error, NVRAM Cleared NVRAM Cleared By Jumper NVRAM Data Invalid, NVRAM Cleared Parallel Port Resource Conflict PCI Error Log is Full Meaning The floppy disk controller has requested a resource that is already in use. The NVRAM data was reinitialized due to an NVRAM checksum error. The Clear CMOS jumper block has been changed to the clear position. Invalid entry in the NVRAM. The parallel port has requested a resource that is already in use. This message is displayed when more than 15 PCI conflict errors are detected. No additional PCI errors can be logged. Two devices requested the same resource, resulting in a conflict. Two devices requested the same resource, resulting in a conflict. Two devices requested the same resource, resulting in a conflict. The designated primary boot device (hard disk drive, floppy disk drive, CD-ROM drive, or network drive) could not be found. The primary IDE controller has requested a resource that is already in use. The designated primary input device (keyboard, mouse, or other, if input is redirected) could not be found. The designated primary output device (display, serial port, or other, if input is redirected) could not be found.
PCI I/O Port Conflict PCI IRQ Conflict PCI Memory Conflict Primary Boot Device Not Found
Primary IDE Controller Resource Conflict Primary Input Device Not Found Primary Output Device Not Found
Message Secondary IDE Controller Resource Conflict Static Device Resource Conflict System Board Device Resource Conflict

Meaning The secondary IDE controller has requested a resource that is already in use. A non-Plug and Play ISA card has requested a resource that is already in use. A non-Plug and-Play ISA card has requested a resource that is already in use.

DMA Channel Assignments

This shows the factory default values. The Windows operating system reassigns resources to best meet the needs of a particular configuration.
DMA Channel Channel 4 Channel 2 Default Assignment Direct memory access controller Standard floppy disk controller

System I/O Address Map

Resource 0x00000000-0x00000CF7 0x00000000-0x00000CF7 0x00000D00-0x0000FFFF 0x000003B0-0x000003BB 0x000003B0-0x000003BB 0x000003C0-0x000003DF 0x000003C0-0x000003DF 0x00000A79-0x00000A79 0x00000279-0x00000279 0x00000274-0x00000277 0x0000E400-0x0000E47F 0x0000E480-0x0000E4FF 0x0000E600-0x0000E61F 0x00000480-0x0000048F 0x00000010-0x0000001F 0x00000022-0x0000002D 0x00000030-0x0000003F 0x00000044-0x0000005F 0x00000062-0x00000063 0x00000065-0x0000006F 0x00000074-0x0000007F 0x00000091-0x00000093 0x000000A2-0x000000BF 0x000000E0-0x000000EF 0x000004D0-0x000004D1 0x00000020-0x00000021 0x000000A0-0x000000A1 0x00000080-0x00000090 0x00000094-0x0000009F 0x000000C0-0x000000DF 0x00000040-0x00000043 0x00000070-0x00000073 0x00000061-0x00000061 Device Status PCI bus Direct memory access controller PCI bus SiS Accelerated Graphics Port NVIDIA GeForce FX 5800 Ultra SiS Accelerated Graphics Port NVIDIA GeForce FX 5800 Ultra (Sony) ISAPNP Read Data Port ISAPNP Read Data Port ISAPNP Read Data Port Motherboard resources Motherboard resources Motherboard resources Motherboard resources Motherboard resources Motherboard resources Motherboard resources Motherboard resources Motherboard resources Motherboard resources Motherboard resources Motherboard resources Motherboard resources Motherboard resources Motherboard resources Programmable interrupt controller Programmable interrupt controller Direct memory access controller Direct memory access controller Direct memory access controller System timer System CMOS/real time clock System speaker
Resource 0x000000F0-0x000000FF 0x000003F2-0x000003F5 0x000003F7-0x000003F7 0x00000378-0x0000037F 0x00000060-0x00000060 0x00000064-0x00000064 0x0000002E-0x0000002F 0x00000295-0x00000296 0x00000240-0x00000247 0x0000B400-0x0000B40F 0x000001F0-0x000001F7 0x000003F6-0x000003F6 0x00000170-0x00000177 0x00000376-0x00000376 0x0000B000-0x0000B0FF 0x0000A800-0x0000A87F 0x0000A400-0x0000A4FF 0x0000A000-0x0000A07F 0x00009800-0x000098FF 0x00009400-0x000094FF

Chapter 7 Specifications

This chapter describes the technical specifications for your VAIO Digital Studio computer.
System configuration may vary, depending on the model purchased. Your computer may not
include all of the hardware features discussed in this section.

Processor

See online specifications sheet for details.

Chipset

AGP Bus
AGP interface specification, version 2.0 (supports 2x/4x) One AGP slot

PCI Bus

PCI Level 2.2, 33 MHz zero wait state Three PCI slots - not all slots are available. (See online specifications sheet for details.)

Memory Modules

Installed memory Maximum memory Voltage Pins Memory type See online specifications sheet for details. 1.0 GB (512 MB in each socket) 2.5 V memory only 184-pins with gold-plated contacts 2.5 V PC2700 DDR-SDRAM unrestricted, unbuffered, 64-bit (Non-ECC) DDR-SDRAM DIMM modules

Memory Configurations

DIMM1* 0, 128, 256, 512 DIMM2* 0, 128, 256, 512
* Your computer ships with at least 512 MB and is expandable to 1.0 GB. DDR-DIMM memory modules must be 2.5 volts, PC2700, 4-clock between sockets and 64-bit or 42-bit 133 MHz SDRAM.

L2 Cache

Installed 512 KB of Advanced Transfer cache

Graphics

AGP Controller* Video memory True color (32-bits) High color (16-bits) 256 colors (8-bits) See online specifications sheet for details. See online specifications sheet for details. Up to 1600 x 1200 at 85 Hz non-interlaced Up to 1600 x 1200 at 100 Hz non-interlaced Up to 1600 x 1200 at 100 Hz non-interlaced
Resolution (displayed resolution depends on the graphics display you use)
* Supports DDC-1 and DDC-2b standards for Plug and Play displays.

Specifications

Sound chip Wave synthesis Sound effects Audio sampling rate Rear panel connectors See online specifications sheet for details. Software synthesis DirectX software Up to 48 kHz at 16-bits Microphone Headphones (for stereo headphones) Line In (from stereo audio source)

Communications

Modem* Fax i.LINK (IEEE 1394) interface Ethernet V.90 compatible data/fax modem 14.4 Kbps maximum 400 Mbps, OHCI chip set 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX
* Installed modem may vary, depending on the system configuration purchased. This modem is capable of downloading at 56 Kbps. Your phone service, online service, or Internet Service Provider may not support this technology or operate at this speed.

Giga Pocket I/O*

Rear Audio L/R In jack Video/S-Video In jack Video/S-Video Out jack Audio L/R Out jack VHF/UHF port Video/S-Video In jack Audio L/R In jack
* System configuration may vary, depending on the model purchased. See the online specification sheet for details.

Energy Star iii error messages beep codes 69 PCI configuration 70 expansion slots 14 specifications for 80 expansion slots - See slots
fax/modem - See modem card floppy disk drive specifications 80 front view 2 buttons and switches 4 connectors 5, 6 indicators 5
chipset specifications 77 CLR CMOS Jumper 55 CMOS - See Also BIOS CMOS Setup Utility 16 codes, beeps 69 communications, specifications 79 computer lithium battery ix configuring power management 17 connectors i.LINK 6 monitor 11 power 53 USB 6
Giga Pocket specifications 79 graphics controller - See graphics graphics specifications 78
hard drive specifications 80
i.LINK connector 6 I/O address map 73 I/O connectors i.LINK 13 keyboard and mouse 10 mic, line in, headphones 12 monitor 11 printer port 11 telephone and line 12 USB ports 10 I/O slot covering 43 I/O slot specifications 80 icons, description of 8 IEEE 1394 - See i.LINK installing PCI add-on card 31 system memory 39
messages error 69 status and error 70 microprocessor - See processor modem - See communications monitor - See display monitor connector 11 mouse connector 10
online specifications 1 Optical drive performance of discs 3, 81
panel 26 removing 24 passwords, user and supervisor 68 PCI add-on card installing 31 PCI bus specifications 78 power connector 53 power management, configuring 17 processor specifications 77, 78

keyboard connector 10

L2 cache specifications 78 lithium battery disposal ix safety precautions ix lithium battery, replacing 33
RAM - See system memory rear view 7 I/O connectors 10 icons 8 removing memory module 36 panel 24 slot cover 42 replacing 26 panel 26 replacing lithium battery 33 resolution - See graphics
map - See I/O address map and memory map memory - See system memory memory configuration specifications
memory module connector 52 removing 36 specifications 78
See Also communications slot - See I/O slot slot cover, removing 42 specifications AGP bus 77 audio 79 BIOS 81 chipset 77 communications 79 floppy disk drive and controller 80 Giga Pocket 79 graphics 78 hard drives and controllers 80 I/O and expansion slots 80 L2 cache 78
memory configurations 78 memory module 78 PCI bus 78 processor 77, 78 status and error messages 70 supervisor password 68 system board CLR CMOS Jumper 55 memory module connector 52 power connector 53 system I/O address map 73 system memory, installing 39
USB connectors 6 user password 68