VAIO® MX Computer
User Guide
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Contents
Welcome.......................................................5
Locating Controls
And Connectors ..........................................7
Front Panel Overview..................................................7
Back Panel Overview ................................................10
Remote Control Overview ........................................12
Additional System Capabilities.................................16
VAIO Action Setup ....................................21
To Use the Shortcut Keys..........................................21
To Set the Internal Timer ..........................................22
To Change the Sony Software Window Design........23
VAIO AV Applications ...............................25
Overview of Preinstalled Software ...........................26
DigitalPrint Software.................................................29
DVgate Software .......................................................37
MovieShaker Software..............................................39
PictureGear Software ................................................47
Smart Capture............................................................50
VisualFlow Software.................................................59
Additional Software Information ..............................61
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Configuring Your VAIO Computer...........63
Hard Disk Drive Partition ......................................... 63
i.LINK (IEEE1394) Compatibility ........................... 64
System, Application,
And Driver Recovery CDs ........................67
To Use the System Recovery CD(s) ......................... 68
To Use the Application Recovery CD(s).................. 70
To Use the Driver Recovery CD............................... 71
Troubleshooting........................................73
Topics........................................................................ 73
Notes on Use............................................................. 85
Support Resources .................................................... 91
Index...........................................................93
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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.