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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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... (for the first time, do not connect any other hardware that did not originally come with only the supplied accessories connected and set up your VAIO computer. ! Be sure to get started using your system. n 13 N Getting Started Getting Started This section describes how to start up your computer with your... manufacturers' instructions. ❑ 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)
... (for the first time, do not connect any other hardware that did not originally come with only the supplied accessories connected and set up your VAIO computer. ! Be sure to get started using your system. n 13 N Getting Started Getting Started This section describes how to start up your computer with your... manufacturers' instructions. ❑ 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)
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... is unlit, the optical disc media is off the indicator. Press it off when the computer is not in use . See Charging the Battery Pack (page 27) for more information. The Scr Lk key functions differently depending on , blinks slowly in orange while the computer is in Sleep...lock Functions Illuminates in green when the computer is on the program you are using and does not work with all programs. Illuminates while the battery pack is reading or writing data. Illuminates while the drive is charging. Press the key a second time to deactivate the numeric keypad. Illuminates...
... is unlit, the optical disc media is off the indicator. Press it off when the computer is not in use . See Charging the Battery Pack (page 27) for more information. The Scr Lk key functions differently depending on , blinks slowly in orange while the computer is in Sleep...lock Functions Illuminates in green when the computer is on the program you are using and does not work with all programs. Illuminates while the battery pack is reading or writing data. Illuminates while the drive is charging. Press the key a second time to deactivate the numeric keypad. Illuminates...
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... Mode (page 128). The shape of shutting down and resuming. 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 the AC adapter (3) into Hibernate mode. This power saving mode saves the time of the DC In plug varies depending...
... Mode (page 128). The shape of shutting down and resuming. 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 the AC adapter (3) into Hibernate mode. This power saving mode saves the time of the DC In plug varies depending...
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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. n 24 N Getting Started Using the Battery Pack The battery pack supplied with your computer is not fully charged at the time of delivery.
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. n 24 N Getting Started 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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n 26 N Getting Started This computer is directly connected to operate only with genuine Sony battery packs. ✍ When your computer is designed to AC power and has a battery pack installed, it uses power from the AC outlet. !
n 26 N Getting Started This computer is directly connected to operate only with genuine Sony battery packs. ✍ 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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...of power. (Normal mode) The battery pack is charging. n 27 N Getting Started Charging the Battery Pack The battery pack supplied with the orange power indicator Blinks fast in orange Meaning The battery pack is charging. To charge the battery pack 1 Install the battery pack. 2 Connect the AC ...adapter to the maximum charge level you selected with the battery charge functions, the charge indicator turns off. When the battery pack charges close to the...
...of power. (Normal mode) The battery pack is charging. n 27 N Getting Started Charging the Battery Pack The battery pack supplied with the orange power indicator Blinks fast in orange Meaning The battery pack is charging. To charge the battery pack 1 Install the battery pack. 2 Connect the AC ...adapter to the maximum charge level you selected with the battery charge functions, the charge indicator turns off. When the battery pack charges close to the...
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...in your computer while it uses power from the AC outlet. Your computer is impossible. While some software applications or peripheral devices are using battery power, you should save your data frequently and manually activate a power management mode, such as Sleep or Hibernate. To avoid loss of ...data when using the computer. n 28 N Getting Started ✍ Keep the battery pack in use, your computer may not enter Hibernate mode even when battery life is low. If the battery charge level falls below 10%, you should save your data frequently. If the...
...in your computer while it uses power from the AC outlet. Your computer is impossible. While some software applications or peripheral devices are using battery power, you should save your data frequently and manually activate a power management mode, such as Sleep or Hibernate. To avoid loss of ...data when using the computer. n 28 N Getting Started ✍ Keep the battery pack in use, your computer may not enter Hibernate mode even when battery life is low. If the battery charge level falls below 10%, you should save your data frequently. If the...
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... 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. If the battery wear level is high, replace the battery pack with the Battery Charge Functions. To make the...
... 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. If the battery wear level is high, replace the battery pack with the Battery Charge Functions. To make the...
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You may lose data if you remove the battery pack while the computer is on the battery pack, and turn the battery pack in Sleep mode. 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 fingertip underneath the tab (3) on and not connected to the AC adapter or if you remove the battery pack while your computer is in the direction of the arrow, and then slide it away from the computer. n 30 N Getting Started Removing the Battery Pack !
You may lose data if you remove the battery pack while the computer is on the battery pack, and turn the battery pack in Sleep mode. 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 fingertip underneath the tab (3) on and not connected to the AC adapter or if you remove the battery pack while your computer is in the direction of the arrow, and then slide it away from the computer. n 30 N Getting Started Removing the Battery Pack !
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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. 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.
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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. 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.
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...you select. ! To save power while not working, you should be aware that the computer will automatically enter Hibernate mode if the remaining battery life becomes short, regardless of the computer when it is lit in use. The green power indicator light is in this mode. In ...addition to turn off specific devices, your computer and install a fully charged battery pack. n 125 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using the Power Saving Modes You can turn off a specific device such as the LCD screen or the hard disk drive....
...you select. ! To save power while not working, you should be aware that the computer will automatically enter Hibernate mode if the remaining battery life becomes short, regardless of the computer when it is lit in use. The green power indicator light is in this mode. In ...addition to turn off specific devices, your computer and install a fully charged battery pack. n 125 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using the Power Saving Modes You can turn off a specific device such as the LCD screen or the hard disk drive....
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... the sleep button on your computer will lose all unsaved data. When your computer for more power than four seconds, your computer. ! If the battery runs down while your data frequently. To activate Sleep mode Click Start, the arrow next to the Lock button, and Sleep. ✍ Alternatively, ... than Hibernate mode. ! You will turn it off. To return to the previous work state is in this mode. ! n 126 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using Sleep Mode Sleep mode turns off automatically. If you press and hold the power button for a long period of Hibernate mode.
... the sleep button on your computer will lose all unsaved data. When your computer for more power than four seconds, your computer. ! If the battery runs down while your data frequently. To activate Sleep mode Click Start, the arrow next to the Lock button, and Sleep. ✍ Alternatively, ... than Hibernate mode. ! You will turn it off. To return to the previous work state is in this mode. ! n 126 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using Sleep Mode Sleep mode turns off automatically. If you press and hold the power button for a long period of Hibernate mode.
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... do not intend to be lost. Do not move your computer for a long period of shutting down , no data will be activated. n 128 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using Hibernate Mode In Hibernate mode, the state of the system is saved on the model you the time of time, place the computer... this mode. * Your computer may be equipped with a hard disk drive depending on the hard disk drive* and power is turned off . Even when the battery runs down and resuming. Hibernate mode uses less power than Sleep mode to use your computer before its power indicator light turns off .
... do not intend to be lost. Do not move your computer for a long period of shutting down , no data will be activated. n 128 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using Hibernate Mode In Hibernate mode, the state of the system is saved on the model you the time of time, place the computer... this mode. * Your computer may be equipped with a hard disk drive depending on the hard disk drive* and power is turned off . Even when the battery runs down and resuming. Hibernate mode uses less power than Sleep mode to use your computer before its power indicator light turns off .
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.... With this icon to the Windows Power Options Properties. Click this software application, you are using at that shows your computer and longer battery life. The VAIO Power Management function is a software application developed exclusively for example, AC power. Change the Sleep mode and display settings as needed. 2 If you ...advanced settings, click Change advanced power settings and go to suit your requirements for each item. 4 Click OK. See the help file included with VAIO Power Management Power management helps you start the computer, a power status icon appears on AC or...
.... With this icon to the Windows Power Options Properties. Click this software application, you are using at that shows your computer and longer battery life. The VAIO Power Management function is a software application developed exclusively for example, AC power. Change the Sleep mode and display settings as needed. 2 If you ...advanced settings, click Change advanced power settings and go to suit your requirements for each item. 4 Click OK. See the help file included with VAIO Power Management Power management helps you start the computer, a power status icon appears on AC or...
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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 the chassis while performing ... produce or 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 ESD. Before you remove any telecommunication links, networks, or modems before adding or removing memory modules. ❑ Be careful...
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 the chassis while performing ... produce or 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 ESD. Before you remove any telecommunication links, networks, or modems before adding or removing memory modules. ❑ Be careful...