VAIO SlimtopTM
Computer User Guide
VAIO Slimtop Computer User Guide
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Contents
Welcome.................................................................5
Locating Controls and Connectors .....................7
Front Panel Overview..................................................................... 7
Back Panel Overview ................................................................... 10
Sony Pen Tablet Display .............................................................. 12
Additional System Capabilities .................................................... 13
To Use the Sony Pen Tablet
and Accessories ..................................................17
About the Pen Tablet Display and Accessories ............................ 17
Using the VAIO Pen ..................................................................... 19
Configuring the VAIO Pen Functions ........................................... 21
VAIO Action Setup...............................................29
Using the Programmable Power Keys ......................................... 30
Setting the Internal Timer ............................................................. 31
Changing the Sony Software Window Design .............................. 32
Using the AutoAlert E-mail Notification System........................... 33
VAIO AV Applications .........................................35
Overview of Preinstalled Software ............................................... 35
DigitalPrint Software ................................................................... 37
DVgate Software.......................................................................... 45
MovieShaker Software................................................................. 48
PictureGear Software................................................................... 55
Smart Capture Software .............................................................. 58
SonicStage Software ................................................................... 67
VisualFlow Software .................................................................... 74
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Configuring Your VAIO Computer .................... 77
Hard Disk Drive Partition.............................................................. 77
i.LINK (IEEE1394) Compatibility .................................................. 78
To Enable Ethernet Connectivity................................................... 79
System, Application,
and Driver Recovery CD(s) ................................ 81
To Use the System Recovery CD(s) ............................................. 81
To Use the Application Recovery CD(s) ....................................... 83
To Use the Driver Recovery CD.................................................... 84
Troubleshooting ................................................. 85
Topics ...........................................................................................85
Notes on Use ............................................................................... 98
For Answers to Your Software Questions .................................. 103
Resources .................................................................................. 106
Index .................................................................. 107
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Welcome
Thank you for purchasing your Sony VAIO SlimtopTM computer! Your new
computer is a superb blend of high technology and easy-to-use
functionality. This User Guide contains information about the features of
your new computer, configuring your system, and contact information for
software vendors.