Sony PCV-E518DS - Manual (Page 173)

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Welcome
Congratulations on your purchase of the Sony VAIO Digital Studio Computer. Sony has combined
leading-edge technology in audio, video, computing, and communications to provide you with
state-of-the-art personal computing.
Features
For a complete description of the specifications of your VAIO Digital Studio Computer, see Specifications .
 Exceptional performance: Your computer includes a brand new Intel ® Pentium® III processor, a
CD-RW drive, and a V.90 compatible data/fax modem. *
* Actual upload and download speeds may vary due to line conditions, ISP support, and government
regulations.
 CD-RW drive: This drive is the ideal solution for making backups and data archiving, with the
ability to store up to 650 MB
* of removable, rewritable storage on a single rewritable CD. Save
your movies to CD-R or CD-RW media and share videos and images with family and friends.
* 530 MB after formatting.
 VAIO Smart Keyboard: This USB keyboard has programmable shortcut buttons for launching
your favorite programs or accessing the Internet.
 Sony audio and video quality: High-fidelity positional 3D audio system (A3D ), high-powered
3D graphics (AGP), and "Sony-Tuned" MPEG digital video playback enable you to take advantage
of today's advanced multimedia applications, games, and entertainment software.
 S-Link (Control-A1): This technology allows you to build a database of all your music and video
CDs and then record your favorite audio selections on MiniDiscs. Use your computer with a 200
disc mega-storage CD changer and a MiniDisc recording deck.

i.LINK (IEEE 1394): Three built-in i.LINK ports provide you with maximum digital connection
capability. The i.LINK name and logo identify a digital interface (IEEE 1394) for high speed
communication. By using your VAIO Digital Studio Computer, a Sony Digital Handycam®
Camcorder, the DVgate software preinstalled on your computer, and the i.LINK (IEEE 1394)
interface, you can easily create and edit your own home videos.
 Optical Digital Audio Output: This high-quality digital interface transmits digital audio data via
light pulses. Transfer crystal clear digital audio to your MiniDisc recorder.
 Digital Studio Software: Enjoy all of your computer's audio and video capabilities with
component-like applications that allow you to creatively manipulate digital still images, video clips,
and audio tracks.
 50 free hours of Internet access: Use the Internet for up to 50 free hours when you sign up
with GTE (no credit card required). Limit of two hours per day. Free access expires after 50 hours
or 90 days after signing up--whichever occurs first.
 Preinstalled software titles: All the software on your computer is preinstalled, configured, and
ready for you to use right out of the box.

Windows ® 98: Your system includes the latest operating system from Microsoft.
 Communications: Access popular online services, browse the Internet, send faxes, and more.
Unpacking Your Computer
Computer and Supplied Accessories
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