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See Removing and Replacing the Back Panel Cover (page 18) for the procedure. 2 Plug one end of the power cord (1) into the AC adapter (3). 3 Plug the other end of the power cord into an AC outlet (2). 4 Plug the cable connected to an AC power source and it must be ...plugged into the DC IN port (4) on the computer. n 20 N Getting Started Connecting a Power Source You need an AC adapter to connect to the AC adapter (3) into the power source before you can establish communication with your wireless keyboard and mouse. ✍ Use your computer only with the supplied...
See Removing and Replacing the Back Panel Cover (page 18) for the procedure. 2 Plug one end of the power cord (1) into the AC adapter (3). 3 Plug the other end of the power cord into an AC outlet (2). 4 Plug the cable connected to an AC power source and it must be ...plugged into the DC IN port (4) on the computer. n 20 N Getting Started Connecting a Power Source You need an AC adapter to connect to the AC adapter (3) into the power source before you can establish communication with your wireless keyboard and mouse. ✍ Use your computer only with the supplied...
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See Removing and Replacing the Back Panel Cover (page 18) for the procedure. The shape of the DC In plug varies depending on the AC adapter. 5 Replace the back panel cover. n 21 N Getting Started !
See Removing and Replacing the Back Panel Cover (page 18) for the procedure. The shape of the DC In plug varies depending on the AC adapter. 5 Replace the back panel cover. n 21 N Getting Started !
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If you may lose all unsaved data. n 22 N Getting Started ✍ You can bundle the AC adapter cable along with other cables to keep them tidy. Make sure that the AC outlets are easily accessible. ! Snap open the cable clamp, route the cables through it, and then snap the cable clamp back shut as shown below: To disconnect your computer while the computer is on or in Sleep mode, you unplug the AC adapter from your computer completely from AC power, unplug the AC adapter.
If you may lose all unsaved data. n 22 N Getting Started ✍ You can bundle the AC adapter cable along with other cables to keep them tidy. Make sure that the AC outlets are easily accessible. ! Snap open the cable clamp, route the cables through it, and then snap the cable clamp back shut as shown below: To disconnect your computer while the computer is on or in Sleep mode, you unplug the AC adapter from your computer completely from AC power, unplug the AC adapter.
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... slot. 1 Turn on the computer. 2 With the label side facing toward you launch any preinstalled disc operation program. Be sure to attach the 8cm disc adapter to use an external optical disc drive, connect the drive before inserting the disc into the optical disc drive slot. Using the Optical Disc Drive... Your computer is equipped with an optical disc drive. n 42 N Using Your VAIO Computer ✍ If you plan to an 8cm disc before you , slide a disc into the optical disc drive slot. To insert a disc !
... slot. 1 Turn on the computer. 2 With the label side facing toward you launch any preinstalled disc operation program. Be sure to attach the 8cm disc adapter to use an external optical disc drive, connect the drive before inserting the disc into the optical disc drive slot. Using the Optical Disc Drive... Your computer is equipped with an optical disc drive. n 42 N Using Your VAIO Computer ✍ If you plan to an 8cm disc before you , slide a disc into the optical disc drive slot. To insert a disc !
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...Sony does NOT guarantee the compatibility of a DualDisc may not play on this product because it does not conform to the Compact Disc Digital Audio standard specifications (CD Standard). Be aware that the audio side (non-DVD side) of VAIO... CD drives with discs that conform to the CD Standard. With the supplied 8cm disc adapter, the Blu-ray...RAM discs. A DualDisc is designed to playback discs that are not compliant with digital audio material on the other optical disc drives are capable of discs now available, when buying pre-recorded or blank discs for use with a VAIO...
...Sony does NOT guarantee the compatibility of a DualDisc may not play on this product because it does not conform to the Compact Disc Digital Audio standard specifications (CD Standard). Be aware that the audio side (non-DVD side) of VAIO... CD drives with discs that conform to the CD Standard. With the supplied 8cm disc adapter, the Blu-ray...RAM discs. A DualDisc is designed to playback discs that are not compliant with digital audio material on the other optical disc drives are capable of discs now available, when buying pre-recorded or blank discs for use with a VAIO...
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... software to copy files to the disc. For instructions on how to play the disc. To copy files to a Blu-ray Disc 1 Connect the AC adapter to the computer. 2 Insert a Blu-ray Disc into the optical disc drive. 3 If nothing appears on the desktop, then click Start, All Programs, and the... only. Copying Files to find about the supported disc media. The Blu-ray Disc writing function is available on selected models only. n 52 N Using Your VAIO Computer Playing Blu-ray Discs !
... software to copy files to the disc. For instructions on how to play the disc. To copy files to a Blu-ray Disc 1 Connect the AC adapter to the computer. 2 Insert a Blu-ray Disc into the optical disc drive. 3 If nothing appears on the desktop, then click Start, All Programs, and the... only. Copying Files to find about the supported disc media. The Blu-ray Disc writing function is available on selected models only. n 52 N Using Your VAIO Computer Playing Blu-ray Discs !
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Make sure you are inserting it in the proper direction. Before moving your computer, be sure to protect against debris entering the slot when not using an ExpressCard module. n 77 N Using Your VAIO Computer ! Insert the ExpressCard slot protector to insert the ExpressCard slot protector into the slot. ✍ If the module or adapter does not go into the slot easily, remove it gently and verify you use the most recent software driver provided by the ExpressCard module manufacturer.
Make sure you are inserting it in the proper direction. Before moving your computer, be sure to protect against debris entering the slot when not using an ExpressCard module. n 77 N Using Your VAIO Computer ! Insert the ExpressCard slot protector to insert the ExpressCard slot protector into the slot. ✍ If the module or adapter does not go into the slot easily, remove it gently and verify you use the most recent software driver provided by the ExpressCard module manufacturer.
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Inserting a Memory Stick media with multiple conversion adapters is the general name of compatibility. MagicGate is not guaranteed of the copyright protection technology developed by Sony. Before using a Memory Stick Duo Adaptor. ! Accordingly, ...However, not all Memory Stick media that are guaranteed of May 2007. n 80 N Using Your VAIO Computer Before You Use the Memory Stick Media The Memory Stick slot on your computer can accommodate both... it is against the copyright law to 8 GB that meet the same conditions as the compatible media are available as of compatibility.
Inserting a Memory Stick media with multiple conversion adapters is the general name of compatibility. MagicGate is not guaranteed of the copyright protection technology developed by Sony. Before using a Memory Stick Duo Adaptor. ! Accordingly, ...However, not all Memory Stick media that are guaranteed of May 2007. n 80 N Using Your VAIO Computer Before You Use the Memory Stick Media The Memory Stick slot on your computer can accommodate both... it is against the copyright law to 8 GB that meet the same conditions as the compatible media are available as of compatibility.
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...GB have been tested and found compatible only with your computer does not support the copyright protection and high-speed data transfer features of a different type into the SD memory card slot. An incompatible memory card or memory card adapter... the correct memory card into the SD memory card slot. n 85 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using Other Memory Cards In addition to the Memory Stick slot and ExpressCard slot, ...your computer. The SD memory card slot on compatible memory cards, see Sony Support Information (page 175) to visit the appropriate support Web site. ! Do ...
...GB have been tested and found compatible only with your computer does not support the copyright protection and high-speed data transfer features of a different type into the SD memory card slot. An incompatible memory card or memory card adapter... the correct memory card into the SD memory card slot. n 85 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using Other Memory Cards In addition to the Memory Stick slot and ExpressCard slot, ...your computer. The SD memory card slot on compatible memory cards, see Sony Support Information (page 175) to visit the appropriate support Web site. ! Do ...
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...damage may result in personal injury or equipment damage. ❑ ESD can damage memory modules and other components. n 113 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Adding and Removing Memory If you want to expand the functionality of your computer, you can increase the memory by maintaining contact with...damage electronic components. Ground yourself by installing optional memory modules. Failure to your manufacturer's warranty. ❑ Only use memory modules that is, AC adapter) and from any cover or panel from ESD. Before touching a memory module, ensure the following pages.
...damage may result in personal injury or equipment damage. ❑ ESD can damage memory modules and other components. n 113 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Adding and Removing Memory If you want to expand the functionality of your computer, you can increase the memory by maintaining contact with...damage electronic components. Ground yourself by installing optional memory modules. Failure to your manufacturer's warranty. ❑ Only use memory modules that is, AC adapter) and from any cover or panel from ESD. Before touching a memory module, ensure the following pages.
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See Removing and Replacing the Back Panel Cover (page 18) for the procedure. 3 Disconnect the AC adapter and the rest of the peripheral devices. 4 Wait until the computer cools down the computer, turn off all peripheral devices, and disconnect ...peripheral devices from the accessible ports and jacks. 2 Remove the back panel cover from the computer. n 115 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Removing and Installing a Memory Module To change or add a memory module 1 Shut down . 5 Unscrew the screw (1) and remove the memory module compartment cover ...
See Removing and Replacing the Back Panel Cover (page 18) for the procedure. 3 Disconnect the AC adapter and the rest of the peripheral devices. 4 Wait until the computer cools down the computer, turn off all peripheral devices, and disconnect ...peripheral devices from the accessible ports and jacks. 2 Remove the back panel cover from the computer. n 115 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Removing and Installing a Memory Module To change or add a memory module 1 Shut down . 5 Unscrew the screw (1) and remove the memory module compartment cover ...
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Do not touch any other components on all peripheral devices and then the computer. n 117 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 8 Remove the new memory module from its packaging. 9 Slide the memory module into place. ! Be sure to the power source and connect the rest ... the module with the small projection in the open slot. 10 Replace the memory module compartment cover and tighten the screw. 11 Connect the AC adapter and the peripheral devices that you disconnected in until it clicks into the memory module slot and push it in step 3. 12 Replace the back...
Do not touch any other components on all peripheral devices and then the computer. n 117 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 8 Remove the new memory module from its packaging. 9 Slide the memory module into place. ! Be sure to the power source and connect the rest ... the module with the small projection in the open slot. 10 Replace the memory module compartment cover and tighten the screw. 11 Connect the AC adapter and the peripheral devices that you disconnected in until it clicks into the memory module slot and push it in step 3. 12 Replace the back...
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See Removing and Replacing the Back Panel Cover (page 18) for the procedure. 3 Disconnect the AC adapter and the rest of the peripheral devices. 4 Wait until the computer cools down the computer, turn off all peripheral devices, and disconnect peripheral devices from the accessible ports and jacks. 2 Remove the back panel cover from the computer. n 120 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Installing an Additional Hard Disk Drive To install an additional hard disk drive 1 Shut down . 5 Unscrew the three screws (1) and remove the hard disk bay cover (2).
See Removing and Replacing the Back Panel Cover (page 18) for the procedure. 3 Disconnect the AC adapter and the rest of the peripheral devices. 4 Wait until the computer cools down the computer, turn off all peripheral devices, and disconnect peripheral devices from the accessible ports and jacks. 2 Remove the back panel cover from the computer. n 120 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Installing an Additional Hard Disk Drive To install an additional hard disk drive 1 Shut down . 5 Unscrew the three screws (1) and remove the hard disk bay cover (2).
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n 123 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 11 Replace the hard disk bay cover and tighten the screws. 12 Connect the AC adapter and the peripheral devices that you disconnected in step 3. 13 Replace the back panel cover. See Removing and Replacing the Back Panel Cover (page 18) for the procedure. 14 Plug the computer to the power source and connect the rest of the peripheral devices. 15 Turn on all peripheral devices and then the computer.
n 123 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 11 Replace the hard disk bay cover and tighten the screws. 12 Connect the AC adapter and the peripheral devices that you disconnected in step 3. 13 Replace the back panel cover. See Removing and Replacing the Back Panel Cover (page 18) for the procedure. 14 Plug the computer to the power source and connect the rest of the peripheral devices. 15 Turn on all peripheral devices and then the computer.
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... out by sudden power surges, in an electrical storm, for a long period of your model. ❑ Do not share the AC outlet with other AC adapter as a photocopier or a shredder. ❑ You can purchase a power strip with a surge protector. This device helps prevent damage to your computer caused by holding the...; See the online Specifications to check the power operation of time. ❑ Make sure that the AC outlet is easily accessible. ❑ Use the AC adapter supplied with your computer or genuine Sony products.
... out by sudden power surges, in an electrical storm, for a long period of your model. ❑ Do not share the AC outlet with other AC adapter as a photocopier or a shredder. ❑ You can purchase a power strip with a surge protector. This device helps prevent damage to your computer caused by holding the...; See the online Specifications to check the power operation of time. ❑ Make sure that the AC outlet is easily accessible. ❑ Use the AC adapter supplied with your computer or genuine Sony products.
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... disc when not using the disc. Not using the supplied adapter or using it on your computer. ❑ Not all types of the 8cm disc can fit into the adapter. Keeping the adapter attached may deform the disc. ❑ Do not leave the adapter in a stuck disc, a damaged disc, or a malfunction ...of 8cm discs on your computer. ❑ Be sure to attach the adapter to an 8cm disc before using a similar kind of the adapter with an 8cm disc may cause a disc recognition error or result in a place subject to high temperatures to avoid deformation. ...
... disc when not using the disc. Not using the supplied adapter or using it on your computer. ❑ Not all types of the 8cm disc can fit into the adapter. Keeping the adapter attached may deform the disc. ❑ Do not leave the adapter in a stuck disc, a damaged disc, or a malfunction ...of 8cm discs on your computer. ❑ Be sure to attach the adapter to an 8cm disc before using a similar kind of the adapter with an 8cm disc may cause a disc recognition error or result in a place subject to high temperatures to avoid deformation. ...
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Reattach the AC adapter and press the power button to turn on your computer. ❑ Condensation may have installed since purchase. ❑ Check that you press and hold the ... the brightness and contrast controls are using the supplied Sony AC adapter. If you are adjusted correctly. ❑ Disconnect the AC adapter. Wait three to malfunction. n 140 N Troubleshooting Computer What should I do not use only the genuine Sony AC adapter, which is supplied by Sony for your VAIO computer. ❑ Make sure your computer is not in...
Reattach the AC adapter and press the power button to turn on your computer. ❑ Condensation may have installed since purchase. ❑ Check that you press and hold the ... the brightness and contrast controls are using the supplied Sony AC adapter. If you are adjusted correctly. ❑ Disconnect the AC adapter. Wait three to malfunction. n 140 N Troubleshooting Computer What should I do not use only the genuine Sony AC adapter, which is supplied by Sony for your VAIO computer. ❑ Make sure your computer is not in...
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... for about five minutes. To find the nearest center or agent, see Sony Support Information (page 175). If this occurs frequently, contact an authorized Sony Service Center. What should I do if a BIOS error appears when I...). Then turn on your computer again. 2 If your computer screen still stays blank, unplug the AC adapter and leave the computer for more than four seconds to select the Exit tab, and then press the ...computer and press the F2 key several times when the VAIO logo appears. 2 Set the date (month/day/year). Then plug in the AC adapter and turn on the computer again.
... for about five minutes. To find the nearest center or agent, see Sony Support Information (page 175). If this occurs frequently, contact an authorized Sony Service Center. What should I do if a BIOS error appears when I...). Then turn on your computer again. 2 If your computer screen still stays blank, unplug the AC adapter and leave the computer for more than four seconds to select the Exit tab, and then press the ...computer and press the F2 key several times when the VAIO logo appears. 2 Set the date (month/day/year). Then plug in the AC adapter and turn on the computer again.
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... Down to the Shut down button ! next to turn off your computer. ❑ If your computer still does not turn off . ❑ Remove the AC adapter. ❑ Try reinstalling the software. ❑ Contact the software publisher or designated provider for technical support. If the Windows Security window appears, click Shut Down.
... Down to the Shut down button ! next to turn off your computer. ❑ If your computer still does not turn off . ❑ Remove the AC adapter. ❑ Try reinstalling the software. ❑ Contact the software publisher or designated provider for technical support. If the Windows Security window appears, click Shut Down.