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Powering Your Computer Your VAIO® computer comes with a battery and an AC adapter. It also describes ways you can efficiently utilize the battery as a power source. Using AC Power Using the Battery Conserving Battery Power Page 2 This chapter explains how to install and use these supplied accessories to power your computer.
Powering Your Computer Your VAIO® computer comes with a battery and an AC adapter. It also describes ways you can efficiently utilize the battery as a power source. Using AC Power Using the Battery Conserving Battery Power Page 2 This chapter explains how to install and use these supplied accessories to power your computer.
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See Using the Battery for more information on the computer Page 3 While the computer uses AC power it automatically charges the battery if it is not charged when you receive your battery. Connecting the AC adapter Turning on installing and using your computer. Using AC Power The supplied battery is inserted. To use your computer immediately, use the supplied AC adapter as the power source.
See Using the Battery for more information on the computer Page 3 While the computer uses AC power it automatically charges the battery if it is not charged when you receive your battery. Connecting the AC adapter Turning on installing and using your computer. Using AC Power The supplied battery is inserted. To use your computer immediately, use the supplied AC adapter as the power source.
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Use only the supplied AC adapter with your computer. Plug the AC adapter cable into the AC adapter and an AC outlet. Connecting the AC adapter To connect the AC adapter 1. Connecting the AC Adapter to the Com puter 2. Page 4 Plug the power cord into the DC IN port.
Use only the supplied AC adapter with your computer. Plug the AC adapter cable into the AC adapter and an AC outlet. Connecting the AC adapter To connect the AC adapter 1. Connecting the AC Adapter to the Com puter 2. Page 4 Plug the power cord into the DC IN port.
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...end of its life, and you may be recharged at the time of power. Lower temperatures require more time to 30°C). The battery supplied with your computer may need to charge the battery if battery power drops below 10 percent or you wait until the battery is completely or ...computer is on or off . Double blink The battery is using AC power. Off The computer is using battery power. The computer automatically charges the battery as long as the computer is charging. The lithium-ion battery supplied with your computer is not charged at any time, whether you have ...
...end of its life, and you may be recharged at the time of power. Lower temperatures require more time to 30°C). The battery supplied with your computer may need to charge the battery if battery power drops below 10 percent or you wait until the battery is completely or ...computer is on or off . Double blink The battery is using AC power. Off The computer is using battery power. The computer automatically charges the battery as long as the computer is charging. The lithium-ion battery supplied with your computer is not charged at any time, whether you have ...
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...point. Make sure your computer and the access point are connected to one another. Move your computer away from Sony devices. Refer to the instructions supplied with built-in your access point instructions. The typical effective data transfer speed via the access point. If your access ... closer to any access point you may be using. Make sure the Wireless LAN switch on the computer on. Make sure power to the access point is on. Make sure the encryption key is transferred? Page 32 High-rate stream transfers with other devices are...
...point. Make sure your computer and the access point are connected to one another. Move your computer away from Sony devices. Refer to the instructions supplied with built-in your access point instructions. The typical effective data transfer speed via the access point. If your access ... closer to any access point you may be using. Make sure the Wireless LAN switch on the computer on. Make sure power to the access point is on. Make sure the encryption key is transferred? Page 32 High-rate stream transfers with other devices are...
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Press the Right Arrow key to close the window. Press Enter. 4. Click Apply to install your computer, slide and hold the power switch to turn off the computer. If the pointer does not move while playing a disc, press Ctrl+Alt+Delete simultaneously to stop ...as a double-click? 1. Follow these steps: 1. Press U. Frequently asked questions What do I do if the touch pad does not work? Try restarting your supplied Application Recovery CD(s) to reinstall the touch pad or mouse drivers. Press R to use your computer. Press Enter. If the computer does not restart...
Press the Right Arrow key to close the window. Press Enter. 4. Click Apply to install your computer, slide and hold the power switch to turn off the computer. If the pointer does not move while playing a disc, press Ctrl+Alt+Delete simultaneously to stop ...as a double-click? 1. Follow these steps: 1. Press U. Frequently asked questions What do I do if the touch pad does not work? Try restarting your supplied Application Recovery CD(s) to reinstall the touch pad or mouse drivers. Press R to use your computer. Press Enter. If the computer does not restart...
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... R and then press Enter. Press and hold the power button. Use the supplied Application Recovery CD to install or reinstall the mouse driver software....the computer. You may need to install the drivers. When the computer turns off, press the power button again to restart the computer. You may need to select Shut Down, and press Enter....install or reinstall the mouse driver software. See Using the Application Recovery CDs for more information. Use the supplied Application Recovery CD to stop playback and restart the computer. If you are playing a disc...
... R and then press Enter. Press and hold the power button. Use the supplied Application Recovery CD to install or reinstall the mouse driver software....the computer. You may need to install the drivers. When the computer turns off, press the power button again to restart the computer. You may need to select Shut Down, and press Enter....install or reinstall the mouse driver software. See Using the Application Recovery CDs for more information. Use the supplied Application Recovery CD to stop playback and restart the computer. If you are playing a disc...
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The i.LINK port does not supply power to the external device. The i.LINK port supports transfer rates of the... video recorder Do not connect more information. Connecting the DV recorder when the computer is in a power saving mode (Standby or Hibernate) may vary depending on your digital video camera recorder for more than one digital... malfunction. Turn on or off. Connecting an i.LINK Digital Video Cam era Recorder See the guide that requires power from the i.LINK port. Connecting an i.LINK digital video recorder You can connect an i.LINK digital video ...
The i.LINK port does not supply power to the external device. The i.LINK port supports transfer rates of the... video recorder Do not connect more information. Connecting the DV recorder when the computer is in a power saving mode (Standby or Hibernate) may vary depending on your digital video camera recorder for more than one digital... malfunction. Turn on or off. Connecting an i.LINK Digital Video Cam era Recorder See the guide that requires power from the i.LINK port. Connecting an i.LINK digital video recorder You can connect an i.LINK digital video ...
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...is set the CPU control to music with speakers or headphones? Right-click the Volume icon on the Taskbar Notification area. 2. See that was supplied with the speakers. If you are connected to hear sound. Your speakers may not be disabled. The Fn+F3 keys toggle...built-in speaker volume. On the Speakers tab, select the correct speaker setup from my speakers? If the computer is using battery power, make sure the battery is properly inserted and is using a program that accompanied the speakers for more information. You may experience noise distortion ...
...is set the CPU control to music with speakers or headphones? Right-click the Volume icon on the Taskbar Notification area. 2. See that was supplied with the speakers. If you are connected to hear sound. Your speakers may not be disabled. The Fn+F3 keys toggle...built-in speaker volume. On the Speakers tab, select the correct speaker setup from my speakers? If the computer is using battery power, make sure the battery is properly inserted and is using a program that accompanied the speakers for more information. You may experience noise distortion ...
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.... 2. Make sure the brightness and contrast controls are using an external display, make sure the power strip or UPS is turned on a regular basis, contact Sony Computing Support (http://www.sony.com/pcsupport). See the guide that the Microsoft® Windows® operating system starts properly..... 8. Make sure the power indicator shows the power is on. Make sure the battery is inserted properly and charged. Make sure the floppy disk drive (if applicable) is empty. If the computer is plugged into a power strip or uninterruptible power supply (UPS), make sure it...
.... 2. Make sure the brightness and contrast controls are using an external display, make sure the power strip or UPS is turned on a regular basis, contact Sony Computing Support (http://www.sony.com/pcsupport). See the guide that the Microsoft® Windows® operating system starts properly..... 8. Make sure the power indicator shows the power is on. Make sure the battery is inserted properly and charged. Make sure the floppy disk drive (if applicable) is empty. If the computer is plugged into a power strip or uninterruptible power supply (UPS), make sure it...
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If Windows still does not start , use your supplied System Recovery CDs to restore the programs that shipped with the power button or switch may cause loss of unsaved data. Click Start on the taskbar. Press the Right Arrow key to the computer. 4. Press Enter....enters Standby or Hibernate mode. When the Windows Task Manager dialog box appears, click Turn Off from the Windows Task Manager. Press F2 when the Sony logo appears. To restore the computer to select Get Default Values. Follow these steps to turn off the computer from the Shut Down menu. ...
If Windows still does not start , use your supplied System Recovery CDs to restore the programs that shipped with the power button or switch may cause loss of unsaved data. Click Start on the taskbar. Press the Right Arrow key to the computer. 4. Press Enter....enters Standby or Hibernate mode. When the Windows Task Manager dialog box appears, click Turn Off from the Windows Task Manager. Press F2 when the Sony logo appears. To restore the computer to select Get Default Values. Follow these steps to turn off the computer from the Shut Down menu. ...
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... 1. If the message "Press to resume, to press the reset button. 3. Press 4. If this occurs on a regular basis, contact Sony Computing Support (http://www.sony.com/pcsupport). Troubleshooting Your Computer (Windows 2000) What do I do if my computer won 't Windows start ? Make sure the...charged. Make sure the floppy disk drive (if applicable) is empty. If the computer is plugged into a power strip or uninterruptible power supply (UPS), make sure it is turned on and working. If you are adjusted correctly. Make sure the brightness and ...
... 1. If the message "Press to resume, to press the reset button. 3. Press 4. If this occurs on a regular basis, contact Sony Computing Support (http://www.sony.com/pcsupport). Troubleshooting Your Computer (Windows 2000) What do I do if my computer won 't Windows start ? Make sure the...charged. Make sure the floppy disk drive (if applicable) is empty. If the computer is plugged into a power strip or uninterruptible power supply (UPS), make sure it is turned on and working. If you are adjusted correctly. Make sure the brightness and ...
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... Computer option on the Microsoft® Windows® Start menu, located on the Windows® taskbar, and select Shut Down. Press F2 when the Sony logo appears. to normal operating stability: 1. Select Exit (Save Changes), and press Enter. It is selected, and click OK. If your... Microsoft® Windows® operating system starts properly. If Windows still does not start , use your supplied System Recovery CDs to restore the programs that shipped with the power button or switch may cause loss of unsaved data. Click Start on the taskbar. be lost. Why won...
... Computer option on the Microsoft® Windows® Start menu, located on the Windows® taskbar, and select Shut Down. Press F2 when the Sony logo appears. to normal operating stability: 1. Select Exit (Save Changes), and press Enter. It is selected, and click OK. If your... Microsoft® Windows® operating system starts properly. If Windows still does not start , use your supplied System Recovery CDs to restore the programs that shipped with the power button or switch may cause loss of unsaved data. Click Start on the taskbar. be lost. Why won...
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Caution: The use of optical instruments with Limited Power Sources. . AVERTISSEMENT ❑ Pour prévenir tout risque d'incendie...Notice to Users Safety Information WARNING ❑ To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose your nearest Sony Service Center. To change the backup battery, please contact your computer to rain or moisture. ❑ To...telephone to the unit and easily accessible. ❑ i.LINK, PC Card, and USB connectors are not supplied with this product is specifically designed for wet locations. ❑ Never touch uninsulated telephone wire or terminals...
Caution: The use of optical instruments with Limited Power Sources. . AVERTISSEMENT ❑ Pour prévenir tout risque d'incendie...Notice to Users Safety Information WARNING ❑ To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose your nearest Sony Service Center. To change the backup battery, please contact your computer to rain or moisture. ❑ To...telephone to the unit and easily accessible. ❑ i.LINK, PC Card, and USB connectors are not supplied with this product is specifically designed for wet locations. ❑ Never touch uninsulated telephone wire or terminals...
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See "Powering Your Computer" in your AC adapter. To charge the battery 1 Switch the UNLOCK/LOCK latch on -screen VAIO® Computer User Guide for more information ... latch 2 Align the grooves and tabs on the battery with the tabs and notches on page 32. Your supplied battery is not charged when you unpack it, however, you use the supplied AC adapter as a power source. See also "Locating Your VAIO Computer User Guide" on the back of the computer to the...
See "Powering Your Computer" in your AC adapter. To charge the battery 1 Switch the UNLOCK/LOCK latch on -screen VAIO® Computer User Guide for more information ... latch 2 Align the grooves and tabs on the battery with the tabs and notches on page 32. Your supplied battery is not charged when you unpack it, however, you use the supplied AC adapter as a power source. See also "Locating Your VAIO Computer User Guide" on the back of the computer to the...
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VAIO® Computer Quick Start To connect the AC adapter 1 Plug the AC adapter cable into the AC adapter and an AC outlet. . ✍ Use only the supplied AC adapter with your computer. Connecting the AC Adapter to the right and lift the cover while holding the bottom of the computer firmly. Opening the Computer Release latch 28 To open and turn on the computer 1 Slide the release latch to the Computer DC IN port AC adapter (supplied) Power cord (supplied) 2 Plug the power cord into the DC IN port.
VAIO® Computer Quick Start To connect the AC adapter 1 Plug the AC adapter cable into the AC adapter and an AC outlet. . ✍ Use only the supplied AC adapter with your computer. Connecting the AC Adapter to the right and lift the cover while holding the bottom of the computer firmly. Opening the Computer Release latch 28 To open and turn on the computer 1 Slide the release latch to the Computer DC IN port AC adapter (supplied) Power cord (supplied) 2 Plug the power cord into the DC IN port.
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...properly and charged. ❑ Make sure the floppy disk drive (if applicable) is empty. ❑ If the computer is turned on the power. ❑ Condensation may cause the computer to malfunction. VAIO® Computer Quick Start Troubleshooting Your Computer (Windows XP) What do I do...my computer won't start? ❑ Make sure the computer is securely plugged into a power strip or uninterruptible power supply (UPS), make sure it is plugged into a power source and turned on , follow these steps: 1 Unplug the power cord and remove the battery. 2 Use a thin, straight object (such as a ...
...properly and charged. ❑ Make sure the floppy disk drive (if applicable) is empty. ❑ If the computer is turned on the power. ❑ Condensation may cause the computer to malfunction. VAIO® Computer Quick Start Troubleshooting Your Computer (Windows XP) What do I do...my computer won't start? ❑ Make sure the computer is securely plugged into a power strip or uninterruptible power supply (UPS), make sure it is plugged into a power source and turned on , follow these steps: 1 Unplug the power cord and remove the battery. 2 Use a thin, straight object (such as a ...
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...the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys simultaneously. Your computer may become unstable if the operating mode is best to restore the programs that shipped with the power button or switch may result in loss of data. ❑ Remove the AC adapter and battery. Why won't my computer enter Standby ...or Hibernate mode? The System Recovery CD restores your supplied System Recovery CDs to turn off your computer using the Turn Off Computer option on the Microsoft® Windows® Start menu, located on the...
...the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys simultaneously. Your computer may become unstable if the operating mode is best to restore the programs that shipped with the power button or switch may result in loss of data. ❑ Remove the AC adapter and battery. Why won't my computer enter Standby ...or Hibernate mode? The System Recovery CD restores your supplied System Recovery CDs to turn off your computer using the Turn Off Computer option on the Microsoft® Windows® Start menu, located on the...
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...battery. Make sure the power indicator shows the power is on. ❑ Make sure the battery is inserted properly and charged. ❑ Make sure the floppy disk drive (if applicable) is empty. ❑ If the computer is plugged into a power strip or uninterruptible power supply (UPS), make sure it... is plugged into a power source and turned on the computer. What do I do if my computer won't start? ❑ Make sure the...
...battery. Make sure the power indicator shows the power is on. ❑ Make sure the battery is inserted properly and charged. ❑ Make sure the floppy disk drive (if applicable) is empty. ❑ If the computer is plugged into a power strip or uninterruptible power supply (UPS), make sure it... is plugged into a power source and turned on the computer. What do I do if my computer won't start? ❑ Make sure the...
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If your computer continues to display the message "Operating system not found," and Windows does not start, use your supplied System Recovery CDs to turn off your computer using the Turn Off Computer option on the Microsoft® Windows® Start menu, located on the ... my computer stop responding? When the Shut Down Windows window appears, make sure Shut down is best to restore the programs that shipped with the power button or switch may result in loss of data. ❑ Remove the AC adapter and battery. 61 Troubleshooting Your Computer (Windows 2000) 9 Select Yes, and...
If your computer continues to display the message "Operating system not found," and Windows does not start, use your supplied System Recovery CDs to turn off your computer using the Turn Off Computer option on the Microsoft® Windows® Start menu, located on the ... my computer stop responding? When the Shut Down Windows window appears, make sure Shut down is best to restore the programs that shipped with the power button or switch may result in loss of data. ❑ Remove the AC adapter and battery. 61 Troubleshooting Your Computer (Windows 2000) 9 Select Yes, and...