Sony VAIO PCV-RS322X User manual

Welcome

Thank you for purchasing your Sony VAIO®computer! Your new computer is a superb blend of high technology and

easy-to-use functionality. The information provided here is designed to help you to become familiar with the hardware and

software applications included with your system.

View the Electronic Flyer, which provides updates and supplemental information about your computer.

View the VAIO®Computer Specifications, which lists your computer's hardware specifications and preinstalled

software information.

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Getting Started

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

Planning An Ergonomic Work Space

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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.

Computer and supplied accessories

(See the online specifications sheet for details about supplied accessories.)

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 owner's information.

Microsoft®Windows®XP Guide —Explains how to use the basic features of the latest Windows operating system.

Online Documentation

VAIO®Computer User Guide —Contains information on the hardware and preinstalled software applications

included with your system.

To access the online manual:

1. Click Start in the Windows taskbar, then click Help and Support.

2. From the VAIO Help And Support Center menu, click VAIO User Guide.

Specifications —This online specification sheet describes the hardware and software configuration of your VAIO

computer.

To access this online information:

1. Click Start in the Windows taskbar, then click Help and Support.

2. From the VAIO Help And Support Center menu, click VAIO User Guide.

3. Click the Welcome link.

4. Locate the link in the text, "View the VAIO®Computer Specifications..."

Hard Disk Drive Recovery Page 3

Your computer is equipped with a utility program that enables you to recover your computer's operating system and

preinstalled software.

For more information about hard disk drive recovery:

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.

1. Click Start in the Windows®taskbar, then click Help and Support.

2. From the VAIO Help And Support Center menu, click VAIO Recovery Options.

Other

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. While typing, never use the palmrest or rest your hands on the table. 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 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.

About the Front Panel

About the Back Panel

About the Keyboard

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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

Universal Serial Bus (USB) and i.LINK®ports that enable you to connect compatible peripheral devices.

Front panel

1Optical drive 1

See the online specifications sheet for optical drive information.

2Optical drive 2

See the online specifications sheet for optical drive information.

3Floppy disk drive

Reads and writes data from and to a 3.5-inch floppy disk.

4Floppy disk drive access indicator

Light is green while reading and writing data from and to a floppy disk.

5Power button

The power button turns the computer on/off.

6Standby indicator

Light is amber when the computer is in Stand by mode.

7i.LINK 4-pin S400 port (IEEE 1394) Page 7

Connection for a compatible digital device.

8Optical drive 1 eject button

Ejects a disc from Optical drive 1.

9Optical drive 2 eject button

Ejects a disc from Optical drive 2.

10 Floppy disk eject button

Ejects a floppy disk.

11 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.

12 Hard disk drive and optical disc drive access indicator

Light is amber while reading and writing data.

13 Universal Serial Bus (USB 2.0) ports (2)

Connections for compatible high/full/low-speed 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.

Additional information

Your computer is equipped with two optical disc drives that have a drive eject button on the drive door.

After pushing the eject button, wait for the drive to stop reading the CD. It may take a few moments for the drive

tray to eject.

Gently push the drive tray in, when closing the optical drive door. Do not force the door or handle roughly.

After closing the drive door, wait a few moments for the drive to begin reading the CD.

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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.

Your system may vary based on the configuration you purchased.

Back panel (PCV-RS320 series model)

1AC Input port

Connection for the supplied power cord.

2Mouse port

Connection for a PS/2®mouse.

3Keyboard port

Connection for a PS/2®keyboard.

4Printer port

Connection for a parallel device, such as a printer or scanner.

5Monitor port1

Connection for a standard display.

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6i.LINK 6-pin S400 port (IEEE 1394)

Connection for a compatible digital device.

7Universal Serial Bus (USB 2.0) ports (4)

Connections for compatible high/full/low-speed USB devices.

8Microphone jack

Connection for a microphone (optional).

Headphones jack

Connection for the supplied speakers or optional headphones.

Line In jack

Connection for an audio device.

9Monitor (DVI) port2

Connection for a DVI monitor.

10 Telephone jack

Connection for a telephone cable (optional) to the computer.

11 Modem line jack

Connection for the modem cable to the wall jack.

12 Speaker DC Out jack3

Connection for the speaker power cable.

13 S/P DIF Optical Out port

Connection for a digital audio or optical device.

14 Ethernet port

Connection for a 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX Ethernet interface.

(The port marked with (Network) is for LAN connections only.)

15 Monitor port4

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