Sony PCV-E518DS - Vaio Digital Studio Desktop... Manual

VAIO Digital Studio
Computer
Read Me First
PCV-E518DS
TM

NOTICE
This product contains software owned by Sony and licensed by third
parties. Use of such software is subject to the terms and conditions of
license agreements enclosed with this product. Some of the software may
not be transported or used outside the United States. Software
specifications are subject to change without notice and may 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, DVgate,
Digital Media Park, Handycam, Mavica, PictureGear, i.LINK, and S-Link
are trademarks of Sony. Intel and Pentium are trademarks of Intel
Corporation. Microsoft, Windows, and the Windows 98 logo are
registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. All other trademarks are
trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.
Declaration of Conformity
Trade Name: SONY
Model No.: PCV-E518DS
Responsible Party:
Sony Electronics Inc.
Address: 1 Sony Drive
Park Ridge, NJ 07656
Telephone No: 201-930-6970
This device complies with Part 15 of
FCC Rules. Operation is subject to
the two following conditions: (1)
This device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) this device
must accept any interference
received, including interference that
may cause undesired operation.
Sony VAIO User’s Guide

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Contents
Welcome ............................................................................................5
Features..............................................................................................5
Unpacking Your Computer ............................................................7
Back Panel Overview.......................................................................9
Front Panel Overview....................................................................10
Supplementary Information .........................................................11
About the Software On Your Computer.....................................18
For Answers to Your Software Questions ..................................23
Specifications...................................................................................26

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Welcome 5
Welcome
Congratulations on your purchase of the Sony VAIO Digital Studio™
Computer. Sony has combined leading-edge technology in audio, video,
computing, and communications to provide you with state-of-the-art
personal computing.
Features
❑Exceptional performance: Your computer includes a brand new
Intel®Pentium® III processor, a CD-RW drive, and a V.90 compatible
data/fax modem.*
❑CD-RW drive: This drive is the ideal solution for making backups
and data archiving, with the ability to store up to 650 MB†of
removable, rewritable storage on a single rewritable CD. Save your
movies to CD-R or CD-RW media and share videos and images with
family and friends.
❑VAIO Smart™Keyboard: This USB keyboard has programmable
shortcut buttons for launching your favorite programs or accessing
the Internet.
❑Sony audio and video quality: High-fidelity positional 3D audio
system (A3D™), high-powered 3D graphics (AGP), and “Sony-
Tuned” MPEG digital video playback enable you to take advantage
of today’s advanced multimedia applications, games, and
entertainment software.
❑S-Link™(Control-A1): This technology allows you to build a
database of all your music and video CDs and then record your
favorite audio selections on MiniDiscs. Use your computer with a 200
disc mega-storage CD changer and a MiniDisc recording deck.
✍For a complete description of the specifications of your VAIO Digital Studio™ Computer, see
page 26.
* Actual upload and download speeds may vary due to line conditions, ISP support, and government
regulations.
† 530 MB after formatting.

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❑i.LINK™(IEEE 1394): Three built-in i.LINK ports provide you with
maximum digital connection capability. The i.LINK name and logo
identify a digital interface (IEEE 1394) for high speed communication.
By using your VAIO Digital Studio Computer, a Sony Digital
Handycam® Camcorder, the DVgate™ software preinstalled on your
computer, and the i.LINK (IEEE 1394) interface, you can easily create
and edit your own home videos.
❑Optical Digital Audio Output: This high-quality digital interface
transmits digital audio data via light pulses. Transfer crystal clear
digital audio to your MiniDisc recorder.
❑Digital Studio Software: Enjoy all of your computer’s audio and
video capabilities with component-like applications that allow you to
creatively manipulate digital still images, video clips, and audio
tracks.
❑50 free hours of Internet access: Use the Internet for up to 50 free
hours when you sign up with GTE (no credit card required). Limit of
two hours per day. Free access expires after 50 hours or 90 days after
signing up—whichever occurs first.
❑Preinstalled software titles: All the software on your computer is
preinstalled, configured, and ready for you to use right out of the box.
❑Windows® 98: Your system includes the latest operating system from
Microsoft.
❑Communications: Access popular online services, browse the
Internet, send faxes, and more.

Unpacking Your Computer 7
Unpacking Your Computer
Computer and Supplied Accessories
Manuals
❑Read Me First (this manual) contains features and specifications of
your computer. It also includes information on the applications
includedwith yoursystem, how to contact software vendors, and last
minute troubleshooting tips.
❑The VAIO Digital Studio™ Computer User Guide describes how to get
started with your computer, find help, and solve common problems.
❑The Microsoft®Windows®98 Getting Started manual explains how to
use the basic features of the Windows operating system.
Power Cord
Phone Cable
Mouse
Keyboard
System Unit

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Recovery CDs
❑System Recovery CD(s)
❑Application Recovery CD(s)
Other
❑Setting up your VAIO Digital Studio Computer (poster)
❑Packet containing special product offers
Software Library
The Software Library contains the Microsoft software license agreement,
Sony end-user license agreement, and the following CDs:
❑Adobe PhotoDeluxe®Business Edition 3.0
❑Gremlin Interactive Ltd. MotorHead™
❑Microsoft®Encarta®99 Encyclopedia
❑Microsoft®Money/Microsoft® Works

Back Panel Overview 9
Back Panel Overview
The back panel of your computer contains the connectors where you plug
in supplied and optional accessories. The icons on the back panel serve as
a map to help you locate the connectors on your computer.
✍For your convenience, your computer includes USB and i.LINK connectors on both the front
and back panels, allowing you to connect to either set of connectors. i.LINK connectors on
the back of your system are 6-pin connectors.

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Front Panel Overview
The front panel of your VAIO Digital Studio Computer allows for access
to the diskette and CD-RW drives. It also includes USB and i.LINK™
ports to connect USB devices, CD changers, MiniDisc drives, or other
components.
✍For your convenience, your computer includes USB and i.LINK connectors on both the front
and back panels, allowing you to connect to either set of connectors. The i.LINK connector
on the front of your system is a 4-pin connector.
Diskette Drive
Diskette Drive
Access Indicator
Diskette
Eject Button
CD-RW Drive
CD-RW Eject
HDD Access Indicator
Power/Standby
Indicator
Power/Standby
Switch
i.LINK
USB