Sony PCV-RX830 User manual

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Computer Quick Startk Start

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Contents
Getting Started ............................................5
Unpacking Your Computer .........................................6
Planning An Ergonomic Work Space .........................8
Locating Controls And Ports .....................9
About The Front Panel ..............................................10
About The Back Panel...............................................12
Setting Up Your Computer .......................15
Connecting A Display (Monitor) ..............................16
Connecting The Speakers..........................................17
Connecting The Keyboard And Mouse.....................19
Connecting The Telephone And Modem Cables......20
Connecting The Power Cord(s).................................21
Turning On Your Computer......................................22
Registering Your Computer ......................................23
Setting Up Your Dial-up Connection........................24
Turning Off Your Computer .....................................27

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System And Application
Recovery CD(s)D(s) .........................................29
Using The System Recovery CD(s).......................... 30
Using The Application Recovery CD(s)................... 33
Troubleshooting........................................37
About VAIO Computer Functions............................ 38
About Software ......................................................... 42
About Using The Optical Disc Drive(s) ................... 46
About The Speakers.................................................. 49
About The Modem.................................................... 50
About The Microphone............................................. 52
About The Mouse And Keyboard............................. 53
About Using Peripheral Equipment.......................... 55
Support Options........................................57
Immediate Help And Support ................................... 58
Software Help And Support...................................... 60
Contacting Sony For Help And Support................... 63
Notice........................................................................ 65
Index...........................................................73

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Getting Started
Congratulations on your purchase of the Sony VAIO® computer! Your
new, high-performance, multimedia computer combines audio, video, and
information technology features.

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Unpacking Your Computer
Your computer may not be supplied with all of the accessories shown, depending
on the system configuration you purchased. For details on the accessories
supplied with your computer, see the online Specifications sheet.
* The supplied speakers may vary, depending on the VAIO computer model
purchased. See the online specifications sheet for details on supplied accessories.
Computer and supplied accessories
System Unit
Modem Cable
Power Cord
Mouse
Keyboard
Speakers*
(PCVA-SP3)
with AC Adapter
Speakers*
(PCVA-SP3A)
with Speaker Power Cable

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Manuals
❑VAIO Digital Studio™ Computer Quick Start — Provides basic
information on setting up and registering your computer. The Quick Start
also provides software, support, safety and legal information.
❑VAIO Digital Studio™ Computer User Guide — Contains information on
the hardware and preinstalled software applications included with your
system. To access the online manual:
1Click Start in the Windows taskbar, then click Help and Support.
2From the VAIO Help and Support menu, click VAIO User Guide.
❑Specifications — This online specification sheet describes the hardware and
software configuration of your VAIO computer. To view this online
information:
1Click Start in the Windows taskbar, then click Help and Support.
2From the VAIO Help and Support Center menu, click VAIO User
Guide.
3Click the Welcome link. The Welcome page displays in the right-side
frame.
4Click the link in the text, “View the VAIO Computer Specifications,
which lists your computer's hardware configuration and preinstalled
software information.”
❑Microsoft® Windows® XP Guide — Explains how to use the basic features
of the latest Windows operating system.
Recovery CDs
❑System Recovery CD(s) — Restore the software applications that shipped
with your computer if they become corrupted or are erased. The supplied
System Recovery CDs can only be used to restore the hard disk of this Sony
computer.
❑Application Recovery CD(s) — Reinstalls individual software applications
or drivers if they become corrupted or are erased.
Other
❑Packet containing special product offers.
❑Software Library containing the Microsoft software license agreement and
Sony end-user license agreement.

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Planning An Ergonomic Work Space
Before you set up your new computer, find the best location for your new
computer and plan your work space. There are several ergonomic factors to
consider when you arrange your work space:
❑Stable work surface — Use a stable work surface large enough to support
the computer and other peripheral equipment.
❑Ventilation — Leave at least eight inches of space on the left and back sides
of your computer to enable proper ventilation.
❑Placement of the keyboard, mouse, and other input devices — Place your
keyboard, mouse, and other input devices so that your arms and hands are in
a relaxed, comfortable position. The keyboard should be directly in front of
you. Adjust the level of the keyboard so that your lower arms are parallel to
the floor. Keep your wrists in a relaxed position when you are using the
keyboard—not angled up or down. Use the palmrest only briefly, for resting.
Position the mouse at the same level as the keyboard. Hold the mouse with a
relaxed hand, and use your whole arm to move it. Take breaks during
sessions with your computer. Excessive use of the mouse or a joystick may
strain muscles or tendons.
❑Furniture and posture — Sit in a chair with good back support and
armrests. Adjust the level of the chair so your feet are flat on the floor. A
footrest may make you more comfortable. Sit with relaxed, upright
posture—avoid slouching forward or leaning far backward.
❑Viewing angle of the display — Position the display 18 to 26 inches
directly in front of you, with the top of the screen at or a little below eye
level. Use the display’s tilting feature to find the best position. You can
reduce eye strain and muscle fatigue by placing the display in the proper
position.
❑Lighting — Choose a location where windows and lights do not create glare
and reflection on the display. Use indirect lighting to avoid bright spots on
the display. You can also purchase accessories for your display that help
reduce glare. Proper lighting adds to your comfort and work effectiveness.

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Locating Controls And Ports
This section is intended to familiarize you with the controls, ports and
jacks that may be available 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, see
the online specifications sheet.
✍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
applications, operating system, and compatible i.LINK devices. All products with an
i.LINK connection may not communicate with each other.
Please 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.

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About The Front Panel
The front panel of your VAIO Computer enables access to the optical and floppy
disk drives. It also includes access to the Memory Stick media slot, Universal
Serial Bus (USB), and i.LINK® ports to connect compatible peripheral devices.
Front panel
1 Optical drive 1
See the online specifications sheet for optical drive information.
2 Optical drive 2
See the online specifications sheet for optical drive information.
3 Floppy disk drive
Reads and writes data from and to a 3.5-inch floppy disk.

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4 Floppy disk drive access indicator
Light is green while reading and writing data from and to a floppy disk.
5 Optical drive access indicator
Light is amber while reading and writing data from and to the optical
drives.
6 Hard disk drive access indicator
Light is amber while reading and writing data from and to the hard disk.
7 Power switch and power indicator
Turns the computer on/off. The indicator light is blue while the power is
on and amber when the computer is in Stand by mode.
8 i.LINK 4-pin port (IEEE 1394)
Connection for a compatible digital device.
9 Optical drive 1 eject button
Ejects a disc from Optical drive 1.
10 Optical drive 2 eject button
Ejects a disc from Optical drive 2.
11 Memory Stick® media slot
Reads and writes data from and to a Memory Stick media.
12 Floppy disk eject button
Ejects a floppy disk.
13 Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2.0 ports (4)
High-speed connections for compatible USB devices.
✍For your convenience, your computer includes USB and i.LINK ports on both the front
and back panels. The 4-pin i.LINK port is located on the front panel and the 6-pin
i.LINK port is located on the back.

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About The Back Panel
The back panel of your computer contains the ports for supplied and optional
accessories. The icons on the back panel locate and identify the ports and jacks
on your computer.
Back panel
1Mouseport
Connection for a PS/2® mouse.
2 Keyboard port
Connection for a PS/2 Keyboard.
3 Printer port
Connection for a parallel device, such as a printer or scanner.
KEYBOARD MOUSE
PRINTER
i.LINK
S400
MONITOR
MIC
LINE IN
HEADPHONES
ACT
LINK
3
2
1
LINE
TELEPHONE
4
MONITOR
MONITOR

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4 Monitor port (The monitor port location may vary between models)
Connection for a standard display.
5 i.LINK 6-pin port (IEEE 1394)
Connection for a compatible digital device.
6 S/P DIF optical out port
Connection for a digital audio or optical device.
7 Universal Serial Bus 2.0 (USB) ports (4)
Connection for compatible USB devices.
8 Microphone jack
Connection for a microphone (optional).
Headphones jack
Connection for the supplied speakers or optional headphones.
Line In jack
Connection for an audio device.
9 Monitor port (The monitor port location may vary between models)
Connection for a standard display.
10 Telephone jack
Connection for a telephone cable (optional) to the computer.
11 AC Input port
Connection for the supplied power cord.
12 Speaker DC Out jack (For use with PCVA-SP3A speakers*)
Connection for the speaker power cable.
13 Ethernet port
Connection for a 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX Ethernet.
(The port marked with (Network) is for LAN connections only.)
14 Monitor (DVI) port (DVI port is not available on all models)
Connection for a DVI monitor.
15 Modem line jack
Connection for the supplied modem cable to the wall jack.
* The speaker model supplied with your computer may vary, depending on the system
purchased. See the online specification sheet for information on supplied accessories.

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Setting Up Your Computer
Your computer may not be equipped with all of these hardware features,
therefore, some instructions may not apply to your specific computer. The
location of the controls, ports, and jacks may vary from the illustrations
shown in this section. See the online specifications sheet for your system's
configuration.

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Connecting A Display (Monitor)Display (Monitor)
1Plug the display cable into the monitor port*.
2If necessary, plug the display cable into the rear of the display.
* Your computer may have an available DVI monitor port for use with a DVI monitor. Do not
attempt to connect a standard VGA monitor to the DVI monitor port.
To connect a display
✍Install your equipment so that you can easily reach the power outlet in the event of an
emergency.

Connecting The Speakers
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Connecting The Speakers
Connecting the PCVA-SP3A speakers
(with a speaker power cable)
1Plug the cable attached to the back of the left speaker into the L Out jack on
the back of the right speaker.
2Plug the cable attached to the back of the right speaker into the Headphones
jack, located on the back panel of your computer.
3Plug the jack end (yellow) of the speaker power cable into the DC In jack
(yellow) on the back of the right speaker.
4Plug the jack end (black) of the speaker power cable into the DC Out jack
located on the back panel of your computer.
To connect the PCVA-SP3A speakers
NETWORK
LINK
ACT
USB
HEADPHONES MIC LINE IN

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Connecting the PCVA-SP3 speakers (with an AC adapter)
1Plug the cable attached to the back of the left speaker into the L Out jack on
the back of the right speaker.
2Plug the cable attached to the back of the right speaker into the Headphones
jack.
3Plug the jack end of the AC adapter cord into the DC In jack on the back of
the right speaker and plug the other end into a grounded AC wall outlet or
power strip.

Connecting The Keyboard and Mouse
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Connecting The KeyboardAnd Mouse
1Plug the keyboard cable into the keyboard port on the back of the computer.
2Plug the mouse cable into the mouse port.
To connect the keyboard and mouse

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Connecting The Telephone And Modem Cables
1Unplug your telephone from the wall jack.
2Plug the modem cable (supplied) into the Modem line jack on the computer,
and then plug the other end of the cable into the wall jack.
To connect the telephone and modem cables
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 and can cause a malfunction, excessive heat or fire
in the port. For help on connecting to a network, see your network
administrator.