Sony R505 Manual

You can use an optional i.LINK®

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 optical disc drive with your computer. This 

Sony VAIO® computer is preinstalled with software that enables you to create 
CDs and play DVD movies. The i.LINK optical disc drive draws power from the 
computer through the power cable that is integrated with the VAIO computer 
Peripheral Cable. This peripheral cable connects to both the i.LINK port and 
peripheral cable DC Out jack on the left side of the computer.

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Use a VAIO® Computer Peripheral Cable (supplied with the i.LINK drive) to 
connect the optical disc drive to the computer.

Turn on power to the computer. Insert the L-shaped plug of the VAIO® 
Computer Peripheral Cable into the matching jack on the rear of the i.LINK 

* 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, oper-
ating system and compatible i.LINK devices. All products with an i.LINK connection may 
not communicate with each other. Refer to the documentation that came with your compati-
ble i.LINK device for information on operating conditions and proper connection. Before 
connecting compatible i.LINK PC peripherals to your system, such as a CD-RW or hard disk 
drive, confirm their operating system compatibility and required operating conditions.

† If you connect and use an optional drive when your computer is running on battery power, 

the battery life will be reduced. 

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If you use an optional drive when your computer is running on battery power, the 
battery life will be shorter.

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Before connecting or disconnecting this drive, close any active applications to help 
prevent data loss.