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...® Computer Specifications, which provides updates and supplemental information about , and that information will be displayed in this Sony VAIO® computer, and welcome to the online VAIO® Computer User Guide. For Sony software information, click Start and select Welcome to learn more about your computer's hardware specifications and preinstalled software...
...® Computer Specifications, which provides updates and supplemental information about , and that information will be displayed in this Sony VAIO® computer, and welcome to the online VAIO® Computer User Guide. For Sony software information, click Start and select Welcome to learn more about your computer's hardware specifications and preinstalled software...
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Page 2 Caring for Your Computer This section provides information on how to safely use your Sony computer.
Page 2 Caring for Your Computer This section provides information on how to safely use your Sony computer.
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Whenever possible, you more comfortable. Place the computer directly in a neutral, comfortable position while using an external display, set the display at your sides. Keep your forearms horizontal, with your wrists in front of you as you are flat on the display. Let your upper arms hang naturally at a comfortable viewing distance. Tilt the display to avoid bright spots on the floor. You can reduce eye strain and muscle fatigue. Lighting - Proper lighting adds to your comfort and work . Applying Ergonomics Your computer is at eye level or slightly lower when you ...
Whenever possible, you more comfortable. Place the computer directly in a neutral, comfortable position while using an external display, set the display at your sides. Keep your forearms horizontal, with your wrists in front of you as you are flat on the display. Let your upper arms hang naturally at a comfortable viewing distance. Tilt the display to avoid bright spots on the floor. You can reduce eye strain and muscle fatigue. Lighting - Proper lighting adds to your comfort and work . Applying Ergonomics Your computer is at eye level or slightly lower when you ...
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... or TV. Do not drop the computer or place heavy objects on your computer. If any problems occur, unplug your computer, and contact your Sony Service Center. The computer uses high-frequency radio signals and may cause other electronic equipment in a location subject to: Heat sources, such as...
... or TV. Do not drop the computer or place heavy objects on your computer. If any problems occur, unplug your computer, and contact your Sony Service Center. The computer uses high-frequency radio signals and may cause other electronic equipment in a location subject to: Heat sources, such as...
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Also, if you do not disconnect your computer when it is adversely affecting a telephone line, the telephone company has the right to disconnect your service until you for the service call to your home or office and determines that your computer is responsible for a problem, the telephone company may bill you correct the problem. Page 5 Using Cables and Connections Use only specified peripheral equipment and interface cables. Do not use cut or damaged connection cables. If the telephone company makes a service call .
Also, if you do not disconnect your computer when it is adversely affecting a telephone line, the telephone company has the right to disconnect your service until you for the service call to your home or office and determines that your computer is responsible for a problem, the telephone company may bill you correct the problem. Page 5 Using Cables and Connections Use only specified peripheral equipment and interface cables. Do not use cut or damaged connection cables. If the telephone company makes a service call .
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Use a soft, dry cloth to wipe the LCD screen or canned compressed air. Always disconnect the power cord before you use it again. Avoid rubbing the LCD screen as this can use any type of abrasive pad, scouring powder, or solvent such as alcohol or benzine, as these may damage the finish of your computer. Page 6 It is best to remove dust. If a solid object falls onto the computer or a liquid leaks into the computer, immediately turn off and unplug the computer. Cleaning Your Computer Clean the computer with a soft, dry cloth or a soft cloth lightly...
Use a soft, dry cloth to wipe the LCD screen or canned compressed air. Always disconnect the power cord before you use it again. Avoid rubbing the LCD screen as this can use any type of abrasive pad, scouring powder, or solvent such as alcohol or benzine, as these may damage the finish of your computer. Page 6 It is best to remove dust. If a solid object falls onto the computer or a liquid leaks into the computer, immediately turn off and unplug the computer. Cleaning Your Computer Clean the computer with a soft, dry cloth or a soft cloth lightly...
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You may produce a residual image on the screen. Handling the LCD Screen Direct sunlight can cause a malfunction. Using the computer in low temperature conditions may , however, see tiny black points and/or bright points (red, blue, or green) that continuously appear on it. When the computer returns to normal temperature, the screen returns to normal. The screen becomes warm during operation. This is not a malfunction. Page 7 This can damage the LCD. This is a normal result of the manufacturing process and does not indicate a malfunction. Be ...
You may produce a residual image on the screen. Handling the LCD Screen Direct sunlight can cause a malfunction. Using the computer in low temperature conditions may , however, see tiny black points and/or bright points (red, blue, or green) that continuously appear on it. When the computer returns to normal temperature, the screen returns to normal. The screen becomes warm during operation. This is not a malfunction. Page 7 This can damage the LCD. This is a normal result of the manufacturing process and does not indicate a malfunction. Be ...
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Powering Your Computer Your VAIO® computer comes with a battery and an AC adapter. This chapter explains how to install and use these supplied accessories to power your computer. It also describes ways you can efficiently utilize the battery as a power source. Page 8
Powering Your Computer Your VAIO® computer comes with a battery and an AC adapter. This chapter explains how to install and use these supplied accessories to power your computer. It also describes ways you can efficiently utilize the battery as a power source. Page 8
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The computer automatically charges the installed battery while it uses AC power. Page 9 To charge the battery and begin using the computer immediately, insert the battery into the computer and use the supplied AC adapter as a power source. Using AC Power The supplied battery is not charged when you receive your computer.
The computer automatically charges the installed battery while it uses AC power. Page 9 To charge the battery and begin using the computer immediately, insert the battery into the computer and use the supplied AC adapter as a power source. Using AC Power The supplied battery is not charged when you receive your computer.
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Connecting the AC Adapter to the Com puter 2. Use only the supplied AC adapter with your computer. Plug the power cord into the DC IN port. Page 10 Connecting the AC adapter To connect the AC adapter 1. Plug the AC adapter cable into the AC adapter and an AC outlet.
Connecting the AC Adapter to the Com puter 2. Use only the supplied AC adapter with your computer. Plug the power cord into the DC IN port. Page 10 Connecting the AC adapter To connect the AC adapter 1. Plug the AC adapter cable into the AC adapter and an AC outlet.
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Turning on the computer To open and turn on . or the Right Arrow To decrease brightness, press the Fn and F5 keys, and then press the Down Arrow Arrow key. If the computer screen is too dark or too bright, follow these steps to press the power button, the computer turns off. 3. or the Left Page 11 Opening the Com puter 2. Press the power button until the power indicator turns on the computer 1. Turning on the Com puter If you continue to adjust the brightness: To increase brightness, press the Fn and F5 keys, and then press the Up Arrow key. Lift the ...
Turning on the computer To open and turn on . or the Right Arrow To decrease brightness, press the Fn and F5 keys, and then press the Down Arrow Arrow key. If the computer screen is too dark or too bright, follow these steps to press the power button, the computer turns off. 3. or the Left Page 11 Opening the Com puter 2. Press the power button until the power indicator turns on the computer 1. Turning on the Com puter If you continue to adjust the brightness: To increase brightness, press the Fn and F5 keys, and then press the Up Arrow key. Lift the ...
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If your computer comes with two bays, you can purchase a second rechargeable battery to extend your computer screen automatically dims when you purchased, may come equipped with your computer is not fully charged at the time of purchase. The brightness of your computing time. For information on the model you switch from AC power to extend the life of the battery, see Conserving Battery Power for more information. Using the Battery Your computer, depending on how to battery power. To increase the brightness, press the Fn and F5 keys, and then press the Up Arrow or Right Arrow key...
If your computer comes with two bays, you can purchase a second rechargeable battery to extend your computer screen automatically dims when you purchased, may come equipped with your computer is not fully charged at the time of purchase. The brightness of your computing time. For information on the model you switch from AC power to extend the life of the battery, see Conserving Battery Power for more information. Using the Battery Your computer, depending on how to battery power. To increase the brightness, press the Fn and F5 keys, and then press the Up Arrow or Right Arrow key...
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Turn the computer over, and slide the UNLOCK/LOCK latch on the back of the computer to avoid data loss and manually activate a power saving mode. Inserting a Battery 3. If you are using battery power, save your data frequently to the UNLOCK position. 2. Slide the UNLOCK/LOCK latch into place. See Using power saving modes for more information. Inserting a battery To insert a battery 1. Align the tabs on the battery with the grooves on the bottom of the computer, and slide the battery into the computer until it clicks into the LOCK position to secure the battery. Some ...
Turn the computer over, and slide the UNLOCK/LOCK latch on the back of the computer to avoid data loss and manually activate a power saving mode. Inserting a Battery 3. If you are using battery power, save your data frequently to the UNLOCK position. 2. Slide the UNLOCK/LOCK latch into place. See Using power saving modes for more information. Inserting a battery To insert a battery 1. Align the tabs on the battery with the grooves on the bottom of the computer, and slide the battery into the computer until it clicks into the LOCK position to secure the battery. Some ...
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Make sure the computer is off . 2. While holding the RELEASE latch, slide the battery away from the computer to the UNLOCK position. 3. Turn the computer over, and slide the UNLOCK/LOCK latch on the bottom of time, remove the battery from the computer. Rem ov ing a Battery Page 14 To remove a battery 1. Removing a battery If you are not using the computer for an extended period of the computer to avoid damaging the battery. Remove the battery when the computer is off . Push and hold the RELEASE latch. 4.
Make sure the computer is off . 2. While holding the RELEASE latch, slide the battery away from the computer to the UNLOCK position. 3. Turn the computer over, and slide the UNLOCK/LOCK latch on the bottom of time, remove the battery from the computer. Rem ov ing a Battery Page 14 To remove a battery 1. Removing a battery If you are not using the computer for an extended period of the computer to avoid damaging the battery. Remove the battery when the computer is off . Push and hold the RELEASE latch. 4.
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Displays estimated time (hours : minutes) remaining before the battery fully discharges, also known as the time-to cancel Battery Information. Right-click the Battery Information toolbar. 2. Select Toolbars from the taskbar. If the Battery Information toolbar is in percent and real-time values. The Battery icons that appear on the number of batteries your c omputer s upports . Percentage indicator - Click and drag the edge of the installed battery. Displays the percentage of the Windows® taskbar. 2. Right-click the center of the remaining charge...
Displays estimated time (hours : minutes) remaining before the battery fully discharges, also known as the time-to cancel Battery Information. Right-click the Battery Information toolbar. 2. Select Toolbars from the taskbar. If the Battery Information toolbar is in percent and real-time values. The Battery icons that appear on the number of batteries your c omputer s upports . Percentage indicator - Click and drag the edge of the installed battery. Displays the percentage of the Windows® taskbar. 2. Right-click the center of the remaining charge...
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Displays the power management settings for various devices on your c omputer s upports . Power Profile - Click Help in the battery. Power icon Power status Computer is discharging. Battery is using AC power and charging the battery. Displays the total charge remaining in the lower right corner of batteries your system. If the Power icon is inserted in the computer. You can click Advanced for more information. No battery is not displayed on the Taskbar Notification area, see To display the Power icon on the taskbar. * T he P owerP anel window may appear s ...
Displays the power management settings for various devices on your c omputer s upports . Power Profile - Click Help in the battery. Power icon Power status Computer is discharging. Battery is using AC power and charging the battery. Displays the total charge remaining in the lower right corner of batteries your system. If the Power icon is inserted in the computer. You can click Advanced for more information. No battery is not displayed on the Taskbar Notification area, see To display the Power icon on the taskbar. * T he P owerP anel window may appear s ...
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The Power Options Properties window appears. 3. The power icon appears on the taskbar in the Options box. Select the Advanced tab, and then select Always show icon on the taskbar. Page 17 Click Performance and Maintenance, and click Power Options. See the power icon descriptions above for more information. To display the Power icon on the Windows® taskbar, and click Control Panel. 2. Click Start on the taskbar 1.
The Power Options Properties window appears. 3. The power icon appears on the taskbar in the Options box. Select the Advanced tab, and then select Always show icon on the taskbar. Page 17 Click Performance and Maintenance, and click Power Options. See the power icon descriptions above for more information. To display the Power icon on the Windows® taskbar, and click Control Panel. 2. Click Start on the taskbar 1.
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The battery supplied with your computer may be reaching the end of its life, and you charge the battery and find that battery power is charging. Charging the battery takes several hours. See your VAIO® Computer Specifications for a long time. Lower temperatures require more time to the computer. The battery indicator blinks while the battery charges. Single blink The battery is not charged at temperatures between 50°F and 80°F (10°C to 30°C). The battery indicator stops blinking when the battery is using battery power. Battery Indicator Battery ...
The battery supplied with your computer may be reaching the end of its life, and you charge the battery and find that battery power is charging. Charging the battery takes several hours. See your VAIO® Computer Specifications for a long time. Lower temperatures require more time to the computer. The battery indicator blinks while the battery charges. Single blink The battery is not charged at temperatures between 50°F and 80°F (10°C to 30°C). The battery indicator stops blinking when the battery is using battery power. Battery Indicator Battery ...
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Page 19 Notes on batteries Never leave the battery in temperatures above 140°F (60°C), such as under direct sunlight or in a car parked in the sun. While the battery is shorter in use or being discharged, the battery heats up. This is normal and is not cause for concern. Keep the battery away from heat sources. Keep the battery dry. Do not open or disassemble the battery. Do not expose the battery to any mechanical shock. Battery life is in a cold environment because of decreased battery efficiency at low ...
Page 19 Notes on batteries Never leave the battery in temperatures above 140°F (60°C), such as under direct sunlight or in a car parked in the sun. While the battery is shorter in use or being discharged, the battery heats up. This is normal and is not cause for concern. Keep the battery away from heat sources. Keep the battery dry. Do not open or disassemble the battery. Do not expose the battery to any mechanical shock. Battery life is in a cold environment because of decreased battery efficiency at low ...
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Conserving battery power may use your computer. Conserving Battery Power You may significantly extend your computing time, depending on how you use the power saving modes and PowerPanel utility to conserve battery power. Page 20
Conserving battery power may use your computer. Conserving Battery Power You may significantly extend your computing time, depending on how you use the power saving modes and PowerPanel utility to conserve battery power. Page 20