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... ...11 Getting Started ...13 Locating Controls and Ports...14 About the Indicator Lights ...21 Connecting a Power Source ...23 Using the Battery Pack ...24 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely ...31 Using Your VAIO Computer ...32 Using the Keyboard ...33 Using the Touch Pad ...34 Using Special-function Buttons ...35 Using the Built-in...
... ...11 Getting Started ...13 Locating Controls and Ports...14 About the Indicator Lights ...21 Connecting a Power Source ...23 Using the Battery Pack ...24 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely ...31 Using Your VAIO Computer ...32 Using the Keyboard ...33 Using the Touch Pad ...34 Using Special-function Buttons ...35 Using the Built-in...
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n4 N Precautions ...139 Handling the LCD Screen ...140 Using the Power Source ...141 Handling Your Computer ...142 Handling the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...144 Handling Floppy Disks ...145 Handling Discs ...146 Using the Battery Pack ...147 Using Headphones ...149 Handling the Memory Stick ...150 Handling the Hard Disk ...151 Updating Your Computer ...152 Troubleshooting ...153 Computer ...155 System Security ...164 Battery...165 Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...167 Internet ...170 Networking ...172 Bluetooth Technology ...175 Optical Discs ...180 Display ...184 Printing ...188 Microphone ...189
n4 N Precautions ...139 Handling the LCD Screen ...140 Using the Power Source ...141 Handling Your Computer ...142 Handling the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...144 Handling Floppy Disks ...145 Handling Discs ...146 Using the Battery Pack ...147 Using Headphones ...149 Handling the Memory Stick ...150 Handling the Hard Disk ...151 Updating Your Computer ...152 Troubleshooting ...153 Computer ...155 System Security ...164 Battery...165 Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...167 Internet ...170 Networking ...172 Bluetooth Technology ...175 Optical Discs ...180 Display ...184 Printing ...188 Microphone ...189
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n 13 N Getting Started Getting Started This section describes how to start up your computer with your VAIO computer. ! Before starting your computer for example, a printer, an external hard disk drive, a scanner, and so on) at a time, following the manufacturers' instructions...10065; Locating Controls and Ports (page 14) ❑ About the Indicator Lights (page 21) ❑ Connecting a Power Source (page 23) ❑ Using the Battery Pack (page 24) ❑ Shutting Down Your Computer Safely (page 31) Upon completion, connect one device (for the first time, do not connect any other...
n 13 N Getting Started Getting Started This section describes how to start up your computer with your VAIO computer. ! Before starting your computer for example, a printer, an external hard disk drive, a scanner, and so on) at a time, following the manufacturers' instructions...10065; Locating Controls and Ports (page 14) ❑ About the Indicator Lights (page 21) ❑ Connecting a Power Source (page 23) ❑ Using the Battery Pack (page 24) ❑ Shutting Down Your Computer Safely (page 31) Upon completion, connect one device (for the first time, do not connect any other...
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... differently depending on , blinks slowly in orange while the computer is in Sleep mode, and turns off when the computer is lit. Illuminates while the battery pack is reading or writing data. Illuminates while data is being read from or written to deactivate the numeric keypad. Press the Num Lk key... time to a memory card. (Do not place the computer into Sleep mode or turn off when this indicator is not in use . See Charging the Battery Pack (page 27) for more information. The numeric keypad is not active when the indicator is unlit. Press the Caps Lock key to activate the...
... differently depending on , blinks slowly in orange while the computer is in Sleep mode, and turns off when the computer is lit. Illuminates while the battery pack is reading or writing data. Illuminates while data is being read from or written to deactivate the numeric keypad. Press the Num Lk key... time to a memory card. (Do not place the computer into Sleep mode or turn off when this indicator is not in use . See Charging the Battery Pack (page 27) for more information. The numeric keypad is not active when the indicator is unlit. Press the Caps Lock key to activate the...
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... outlet is easily accessible. See Using Hibernate Mode (page 128). n 23 N Getting Started Connecting a Power Source You can use either an AC adapter or a rechargeable battery pack for supplying power to your computer for your computer completely from AC power, unplug the AC adapter. This power saving mode saves the time...
... outlet is easily accessible. See Using Hibernate Mode (page 128). n 23 N Getting Started Connecting a Power Source You can use either an AC adapter or a rechargeable battery pack for supplying power to your computer for your computer completely from AC power, unplug the AC adapter. This power saving mode saves the time...
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n 24 N Getting Started Installing the Battery Pack To install the battery pack 1 Turn off the computer and close the LCD screen lid. 2 Slide the battery LOCK switch (1) inward. Using the Battery Pack The battery pack supplied with your computer is not fully charged at the time of delivery.
n 24 N Getting Started Installing the Battery Pack To install the battery pack 1 Turn off the computer and close the LCD screen lid. 2 Slide the battery LOCK switch (1) inward. Using the Battery Pack The battery pack supplied with your computer is not fully charged at the time of delivery.
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n 25 N Getting Started 3 Slide the battery pack diagonally into the battery compartment until the projections (2) on either side of the battery compartment fit into the U-shaped cuts (3) on either side of the battery pack. 4 Rotate the battery pack in the direction of the arrow, and push the battery pack down into the compartment until it clicks into place. 5 Slide the battery LOCK switch outward to secure the battery pack on the computer.
n 25 N Getting Started 3 Slide the battery pack diagonally into the battery compartment until the projections (2) on either side of the battery compartment fit into the U-shaped cuts (3) on either side of the battery pack. 4 Rotate the battery pack in the direction of the arrow, and push the battery pack down into the compartment until it clicks into place. 5 Slide the battery LOCK switch outward to secure the battery pack on the computer.
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This computer is directly connected to operate only with genuine Sony battery packs. n 26 N Getting Started ✍ When your computer is designed to AC power and has a battery pack installed, it uses power from the AC outlet. !
This computer is directly connected to operate only with genuine Sony battery packs. n 26 N Getting Started ✍ When your computer is designed to AC power and has a battery pack installed, it uses power from the AC outlet. !
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... is running out of power. (Normal mode) The battery pack is not fully charged at the time of power. (Sleep mode) A battery error has occurred due to a failed battery pack or an unlocked battery pack. ! To select your first battery charge. To charge the battery pack 1 Install the battery pack. 2 Connect the AC adapter to the maximum...
... is running out of power. (Normal mode) The battery pack is not fully charged at the time of power. (Sleep mode) A battery error has occurred due to a failed battery pack or an unlocked battery pack. ! To select your first battery charge. To charge the battery pack 1 Install the battery pack. 2 Connect the AC adapter to the maximum...
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...When your computer may not enter Hibernate mode even when battery life is low. While some software applications or peripheral devices are using battery power, you should save your computer and install a fully charged battery pack. If the battery pack wears out when the computer enters Sleep mode, you... level falls below 10%, you should either connect the AC adapter to recharge the battery pack or shut down your data frequently. n 28 N Getting Started ✍ Keep the battery pack in use, your computer is directly connected to AC power. Going back to charge while you ...
...When your computer may not enter Hibernate mode even when battery life is low. While some software applications or peripheral devices are using battery power, you should save your computer and install a fully charged battery pack. If the battery pack wears out when the computer enters Sleep mode, you... level falls below 10%, you should either connect the AC adapter to recharge the battery pack or shut down your data frequently. n 28 N Getting Started ✍ Keep the battery pack in use, your computer is directly connected to AC power. Going back to charge while you ...
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... level is high, replace the battery pack with the Battery Charge Functions. To enable the battery care function 1 Click Start, All Programs, and VAIO Control Center. 2 Click Power Management and then Battery Charge Functions. 3 Click to select the Enable Battery Care Function check box in To enable the battery care function above and check detailed information. To...
... level is high, replace the battery pack with the Battery Charge Functions. To enable the battery care function 1 Click Start, All Programs, and VAIO Control Center. 2 Click Power Management and then Battery Charge Functions. 3 Click to select the Enable Battery Care Function check box in To enable the battery care function above and check detailed information. To...
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You may lose data if you remove the battery pack while your fingertip underneath the tab (3) on and not connected to the AC adapter or if you remove the battery pack while the computer is on the battery pack, and turn the battery pack in Sleep mode. n 30 N Getting Started Removing the Battery Pack ! To remove the battery pack 1 Turn off the computer and close the LCD screen lid. 2 Slide the battery LOCK switch (1) inward. 3 Slide and hold the battery RELEASE latch (2) inward, put your computer is in the direction of the arrow, and then slide it away from the computer.
You may lose data if you remove the battery pack while your fingertip underneath the tab (3) on and not connected to the AC adapter or if you remove the battery pack while the computer is on the battery pack, and turn the battery pack in Sleep mode. n 30 N Getting Started Removing the Battery Pack ! To remove the battery pack 1 Turn off the computer and close the LCD screen lid. 2 Slide the battery LOCK switch (1) inward. 3 Slide and hold the battery RELEASE latch (2) inward, put your computer is in the direction of the arrow, and then slide it away from the computer.
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To insert batteries 1 Turn the remote commander over. 2 Slightly push down the dented area (1), slide the battery cover in the direction of the arrow, and remove the cover. n 61 N Using Your VAIO Computer Before you use the remote commander Before using the remote commander, you need to insert the supplied AA manganese batteries to enable communication between the computer and the remote commander.
To insert batteries 1 Turn the remote commander over. 2 Slightly push down the dented area (1), slide the battery cover in the direction of the arrow, and remove the cover. n 61 N Using Your VAIO Computer Before you use the remote commander Before using the remote commander, you need to insert the supplied AA manganese batteries to enable communication between the computer and the remote commander.
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3 Insert the supplied two AA batteries into place. ✍ If the remote commander does not operate properly, you may need to avoid possible damage from battery leakage. n 62 N Using Your VAIO Computer 4 Put the battery cover back on the remote commander and slide it in the reverse direction of time, remove the batteries to replace the batteries. When the remote commander is not going to be used for an extended period of the arrow illustrated above until the cover clicks into the remote commander.
3 Insert the supplied two AA batteries into place. ✍ If the remote commander does not operate properly, you may need to avoid possible damage from battery leakage. n 62 N Using Your VAIO Computer 4 Put the battery cover back on the remote commander and slide it in the reverse direction of time, remove the batteries to replace the batteries. When the remote commander is not going to be used for an extended period of the arrow illustrated above until the cover clicks into the remote commander.
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... and Hibernate. Using Normal Mode This is the normal state of the computer when it is lit in use. When using battery power, you to conserve battery life. To save power while not working, you can take advantage of the power management setting you should be aware that ...settings to turn off specific devices, your computer and install a fully charged battery pack. The green power indicator light is in this mode. If the battery charge level falls below 10%, you select. ! n 125 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using the Power Saving Modes You can turn off a specific device such...
... and Hibernate. Using Normal Mode This is the normal state of the computer when it is lit in use. When using battery power, you to conserve battery life. To save power while not working, you can take advantage of the power management setting you should be aware that ...settings to turn off specific devices, your computer and install a fully charged battery pack. The green power indicator light is in this mode. If the battery charge level falls below 10%, you select. ! n 125 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using the Power Saving Modes You can turn off a specific device such...
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... not intend to place the computer into a low power consumption mode. Your computer comes out of data, you will lose all unsaved data. If the battery runs down while your computer will turn it is in this mode. ! If you press and hold the power button for a long period of Hibernate... power than out of time while it off the LCD screen and places the storage device(s) and the CPU into Sleep mode. n 126 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using Sleep Mode Sleep mode turns off .
... not intend to place the computer into a low power consumption mode. Your computer comes out of data, you will lose all unsaved data. If the battery runs down while your computer will turn it is in this mode. ! If you press and hold the power button for a long period of Hibernate... power than out of time while it off the LCD screen and places the storage device(s) and the CPU into Sleep mode. n 126 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using Sleep Mode Sleep mode turns off .
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..., the arrow next to the Lock button, and Hibernate to be lost. To activate Hibernate mode Press the Fn+F12 keys. Even when the battery runs down and resuming. n 128 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using Hibernate Mode In Hibernate mode, the state of the system is saved on the model you purchased.
..., the arrow next to the Lock button, and Hibernate to be lost. To activate Hibernate mode Press the Fn+F12 keys. Even when the battery runs down and resuming. n 128 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using Hibernate Mode In Hibernate mode, the state of the system is saved on the model you purchased.
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...you can enhance the Windows power management functions to ensure better operation of power source you set up power plans for running on AC or battery power to step 3. Change the Sleep mode and display settings as needed. 2 If you start the computer, a power status icon appears ... developed exclusively for each item. 4 Click OK. This icon indicates what kind of your computer and longer battery life. With this icon to the Windows Power Options Properties. The VAIO Power Management is added to display the window that time, for power consumption. See the help file included ...
...you can enhance the Windows power management functions to ensure better operation of power source you set up power plans for running on AC or battery power to step 3. Change the Sleep mode and display settings as needed. 2 If you start the computer, a power status icon appears ... developed exclusively for each item. 4 Click OK. This icon indicates what kind of your computer and longer battery life. With this icon to the Windows Power Options Properties. The VAIO Power Management is added to display the window that time, for power consumption. See the help file included ...
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...hold static electricity (cellophane wrappers, for using and modifying electronic equipment. ❑ Turn off your computer and disconnect it from its power sources (battery pack and AC adapter) and from any cover or panel from ESD. If such a station is not detected by the computer or the ...do not handle materials that are ready to change the module. The package protects the module from the computer. n 133 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Adding and Removing Memory If you want to expand the functionality of your computer, you can increase the amount of memory by maintaining contact...
...hold static electricity (cellophane wrappers, for using and modifying electronic equipment. ❑ Turn off your computer and disconnect it from its power sources (battery pack and AC adapter) and from any cover or panel from ESD. If such a station is not detected by the computer or the ...do not handle materials that are ready to change the module. The package protects the module from the computer. n 133 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Adding and Removing Memory If you want to expand the functionality of your computer, you can increase the amount of memory by maintaining contact...