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Sony VAIO Desktop
User Guide
PCV-RX series
PCV-7776 / PCV-7778

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Notice
© 2003 Sony Corporation. All rights reserved.
This manual and the software described herein, in whole or in part, may not be reproduced, translated, or reduced to any machine-
readable form without prior written approval.
Sony Corporation provides no warranty with regard to this manual, the software, or other information contained herein and hereby
expressly disclaims any implied warranties or merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose with regard to this manual, the
software or such other information. In no event shall Sony Corporation be liable for any incidental, consequential, or special damages,
whether based on tort, contract, or otherwise, arising out of or in connection with this manual, the software, or other information
contained herein or the use thereof.
Macrovision: This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U.S. patents and
other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners. Use of this copyright protection
technology must be authorised by Macrovision Corporation, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless
otherwise authorised by Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.
Sony Corporation reserves the right to make any modification to this manual or the information contained herein at any time without
notice. The software described herein is governed by the terms of a separate user licence agreement.
The illustrations of the products in this manual may differ slightly from the actual products.

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Trademarks
Sony, DVgate, i.LINK and the i.LINK logo, MovieShaker, Network Smart Capture, PictureGear Studio, SonicStage, Sony Style Imaging,
UI Design Selector, VAIO Action Setup, VAIO Edit Components, VAIO System Information, Memory Stick and the Memory Stick logo,
VAIO and the VAIO logo are trademarks of Sony Corporation.
i.LINK is a trademark of Sony used only to designate that a product contains an IEEE1394 connection.
Microsoft, Windows and the Windows logo, Windows Media and Outlook are trademarks or registered trademarks of U.S. Microsoft
Corporation in the U.S. and other countries.
StarOffice is a trademark or registered trademark of Sun Microsystems, Inc. in the United States and in other countries.
Adobe, Adobe Acrobat Reader, Adobe Premiere and Adobe Photoshop Elements are trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated.
QuickTime and the QuickTime logo are trademarks used under licence. QuickTime is registered in the U.S. and other countries.
RealOne Player is a trademark or registered trademark of RealNetworks, Inc. in the U.S. and other countries.
Symantec Norton Antivirus is a trademark of Symantec.
Click to DVD is a trademark of Sony Electronics.
EverQuest is a registered trademark of Sony Computer Entertainment America Inc.
RecordNow is a trademark or registered trademark of VERITAS.
All other names of systems, products and services are trademarks of their respective owners. In the manual, the ™ or ®marks are not
specified.
Specifications are subject to change without notice.

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ENERGY STAR®
As an ENERGY STAR®Partner, Sony 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 their 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 mark.
Environmental information
Halogenated flame retardant is not used in cabinets.
Cushions formed by corrugated board are used in packaging.

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Safety information
Warnings
General
❑Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type. Dispose of used batteries according to the
instructions.
❑Opening the unit, for whatever reason, could lead to damages that are not covered by the guarantee.
❑To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.
❑To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose your VAIO desktop to rain or moisture.
❑If reporting a gas leak, do not use the modem or a telephone in the vicinity of the leak.
❑Avoid using the modem during a severe electrical storm.
❑The power socket outlet you are using must be installed near the equipment and must be easily
accessible.
❑Do not move your computer while the system is in Standby mode.
❑The magnetic properties of some objects can have serious consequences for your hard disk drive. They
can erase the data on the hard disk drive and cause the computer to malfunction. Do not place your
computer near or on any objects, which emit magnetic fields, mainly:
❑TV sets
❑Speakers
❑Magnets
❑Magnetic bracelets.

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Audio/video
❑Audio and picture distortion may occur if this equipment is positioned in close proximity to any
equipment emitting electromagnetic radiation.
Connectivity
❑Never install modem or telephone wiring during a severe lightning storm.
❑Never install telephone jacks in wet locations unless the jack is specifically designed for wet locations.
❑Be cautious when installing or modifying telephone lines.
❑To disconnect your VAIO desktop completely from the mains voltage, unplug the power cable.
❑Make sure that the socket outlet is easily accessible.
Optical disc drive
The use of optical instruments can cause eye hazard. As the laser beam used in this product is harmful to the
eyes, do not attempt any disassembling process. For servicing, refer to qualified personnel only.
There is visible and invisible radiation when the optical disc drive is open: avoid direct exposure to the laser beam. The optical disc drives
are classified as CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCTS and comply with the Laser Product Safety Standard EN 60825-1. Repair and maintenance
only by authorised Sony technicians. Improper repairs and use can create safety hazards.
CLASS 1
LASER PRODUCT
TO EN 60825-1

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Regulatory information
Sony hereby declares that this product is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of European
Directive 1999/5/EC (radio equipment and telecommunications terminal equipment Directive).
Declaration of Conformity
The European Union is targeting the free movement of goods for the internal market and to prevent technical barriers to trade. This
effort has resulted in several EU Directives asking that manufacturers make their products comply with essential standards.
Manufacturers are required to affix the "CE" mark on the products they sell and to draw up a "Declaration of Conformity" (DoC).
Primarily, the Declarations of Conformity are intended for the market surveillance authorities as proof that products satisfy the required
standards. Additionally, Sony provides these EU DoC's on the website http://www.compliance.sony.de as a service to our customers.
You can search for all Declarations of Conformity available for a specific product by typing in the model name. A list of matching
documents will be displayed and can be downloaded. Please note that the availability of declarations depends on the scope of the EU
Directives and the individual product specifications.
This product complies with EN 55022 Class B and EN 55024 for use in the following areas: residential, commercial, and light industrial.
This product has been tested and found compliant with the limits set out in the EMC Directive for using connection cables not longer
than 3 metres (9.8 feet).
Before activating the built-in modem, please read the Modem Regulations leaflet.

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Disposing of the internal memory backup battery
Your Sony VAIO desktop is equipped with an internal back-up memory battery that should not have to be
replaced during the lifetime of the product. If you want to replace the battery, please contact VAIO-Link:
http://www.vaio-link.com
❑Keep away from children.
❑Dispose of the battery properly at its end-of-life.
❑In some areas the disposal of non-hazardous batteries in household or business waste may be prohibited.
Please use the public waste collection system.

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Welcome
Congratulations on purchasing a Sony VAIO desktop. Sony has combined leading-edge technology in audio,
video, computing and communications to provide you with state-of-the-art personal computing.
Here are the main features you will be able to enjoy:
❑Exceptional performance - Your PC includes a fast processor, an internal modem, and a fast Ethernet
interface.
❑Dual drives – Enjoy the freedom of two optical drives.
❑Sony audio and video quality – The advanced graphics card and high-quality external stereo speakers
enable you to take advantage of today’s advanced multimedia applications, games, and entertainment
software.
❑Multimedia features – Enjoy audio and video CDs and DVDs.
❑Sony Memory Stick™ slot – The next generation in digital storage allows you to easily transfer images,
sounds, data and text between cameras, computers, and more.
❑VAIO keyboard - Featuring power-on capabilities and shortcut keys to launch your favourite
applications within seconds.
❑Interconnectivity – Your computer has Memory Stick™, USB 2.0 and i.LINK™ functionalities.
❑Windows®XP Home Edition with Service Pack 1 - Your system includes the latest consumer
operating system from Microsoft.
❑Excellent customer support - If you are experiencing any problems with your computer, please check
the VAIO-Link website for a possible solution:
http://www.vaio-link.com
Before contacting VAIO-Link, please try to solve the problem by reading this guide, especially the section
Troubleshooting (page 62) or the manuals and help files for the peripherals or software.

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Documentation pack
Your documentation pack contains printed user guides, as well as online user guides delivered on a
documentation CD-ROM.
Printed documentation
The printed part of your documentation pack includes the following:
❑A Getting Started brochure, where you will find a brief description of the items in your box and how
to set up your computer;
❑A Specifications sheet, containing a table of specifications, a list of software, illustrations showing the
connectors, and a guide to setting up your computer.
❑A Troubleshooting Guide, where you will find all the basic information to start using your VAIO
desktop, as well as troubleshooting and VAIO-Link information;
❑An Application CD Guide, which explains the purpose and use of the final system recovery disc. Use
this when (re)installing bundled software.
❑You r Sony Guarantee conditions;
❑A Safety Regulations Guide for your information;
❑A Modem Regulations leaflet applying to the modem.