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... Considerations ...9 Getting Started ...11 Locating Controls and Ports...12 About the Indicator Lights ...25 Connecting a Power Source ...27 Using the Battery Pack ...29 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely ...34 Using Your VAIO Computer ...35 Using the Keyboard ...36 Using the Touch Pad ...38 Using Special-function Buttons ...39 Using the Built-in...
... Considerations ...9 Getting Started ...11 Locating Controls and Ports...12 About the Indicator Lights ...25 Connecting a Power Source ...27 Using the Battery Pack ...29 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely ...34 Using Your VAIO Computer ...35 Using the Keyboard ...36 Using the Touch Pad ...38 Using Special-function Buttons ...39 Using the Built-in...
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... manufacturer's instructions. ❑ Locating Controls and Ports (page 12) ❑ About the Indicator Lights (page 25) ❑ Connecting a Power Source (page 27) ❑ Using the Battery Pack (page 29) ❑ Shutting Down Your Computer Safely (page 34) n 11 N Getting Started Getting Started This section describes how to start up your...
... manufacturer's instructions. ❑ Locating Controls and Ports (page 12) ❑ About the Indicator Lights (page 25) ❑ Connecting a Power Source (page 27) ❑ Using the Battery Pack (page 29) ❑ Shutting Down Your Computer Safely (page 34) n 11 N Getting Started Getting Started This section describes how to start up your...
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...VGN-AR200 Series Models Front n 19 N Getting Started A Built-in MOTION EYE camera (page 41) B Built-in MOTION EYE camera indicator (page 25) C LCD screen (page 161) D Keyboard (page 36) E Built-in microphone (monaural) O SD memory card indicator (page 25) P Memory Stick PRO/Duo... media slot*1 (page 78) Q SD memory card slot (page 83) R WIRELESS switch (page 88...VAIO logo lamp (page 39) G Power button / Power indicator (page 25) H Touch pad (page 38) I Power indicator (page 25) J Battery indicator (page 25) K Hard disk drive indicator (page 25) L Memory Stick PRO/Duo...
...VGN-AR200 Series Models Front n 19 N Getting Started A Built-in MOTION EYE camera (page 41) B Built-in MOTION EYE camera indicator (page 25) C LCD screen (page 161) D Keyboard (page 36) E Built-in microphone (monaural) O SD memory card indicator (page 25) P Memory Stick PRO/Duo... media slot*1 (page 78) Q SD memory card slot (page 83) R WIRELESS switch (page 88...VAIO logo lamp (page 39) G Power button / Power indicator (page 25) H Touch pad (page 38) I Power indicator (page 25) J Battery indicator (page 25) K Hard disk drive indicator (page 25) L Memory Stick PRO/Duo...
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...use discs in any other applications. ❑ Never touch the surface of the disc. Fingerprints and dust on applicable models using the VAIO Zone software. ❑ Use only Sony Value-added software when writing to CD/DVD media. (Ex: Click to DVD) Other software programs may not be able to play... utility software while writing data to a disc. To complete this may damage the optical disc drive. ❑ Do not strike or shake your battery pack is at least 50 percent charged. ❑ Some DVD players and computer's DVD drives may not be fully compatible and errors may result.
...use discs in any other applications. ❑ Never touch the surface of the disc. Fingerprints and dust on applicable models using the VAIO Zone software. ❑ Use only Sony Value-added software when writing to CD/DVD media. (Ex: Click to DVD) Other software programs may not be able to play... utility software while writing data to a disc. To complete this may damage the optical disc drive. ❑ Do not strike or shake your battery pack is at least 50 percent charged. ❑ Some DVD players and computer's DVD drives may not be fully compatible and errors may result.
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...extended period of time, remove the batteries to avoid possible damage from battery leakage. To insert batteries 1 Turn the remote commander over. 2 Press the tab (1) and lift the battery cover up. 3 Insert the supplied two AA batteries into the remote commander. 4 Align the battery cover to the remote commander. 5... the cover clicks into place. ✍ If the remote commander does not operate properly, you need to replace the batteries. n 65 N Using Your VAIO Computer Before you use the remote commander Before using the remote commander, you may need to insert the supplied AA manganese...
...extended period of time, remove the batteries to avoid possible damage from battery leakage. To insert batteries 1 Turn the remote commander over. 2 Press the tab (1) and lift the battery cover up. 3 Insert the supplied two AA batteries into the remote commander. 4 Align the battery cover to the remote commander. 5... the cover clicks into place. ✍ If the remote commander does not operate properly, you need to replace the batteries. n 65 N Using Your VAIO Computer Before you use the remote commander Before using the remote commander, you may need to insert the supplied AA manganese...
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... this mode. In addition to the normal operating mode, which allows you to conserve battery life. n 144 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using the Power Saving Modes When you use . If the battery level falls below 10 percent, you should be aware that the computer will automatically enter... Hibernate mode if the remaining battery charge becomes short, regardless of power management settings to turn ...
... this mode. In addition to the normal operating mode, which allows you to conserve battery life. n 144 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using the Power Saving Modes When you use . If the battery level falls below 10 percent, you should be aware that the computer will automatically enter... Hibernate mode if the remaining battery charge becomes short, regardless of power management settings to turn ...
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n 145 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using Standby Mode Standby mode turns off automatically. If the battery runs down while your computer is in Standby mode, you can alternatively press the Standby button on the remote commander to place the computer into a ... CPU into Standby mode. To activate Standby mode 1 Click Start and then Turn Off Computer. 2 Click Stand By. ✍ If the model you purchased is VGN-AR200 Series and a remote commander is in this , you will lose any key. ! Your computer comes out of Standby mode quicker than Hibernate mode. !
n 145 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using Standby Mode Standby mode turns off automatically. If the battery runs down while your computer is in Standby mode, you can alternatively press the Standby button on the remote commander to place the computer into a ... CPU into Standby mode. To activate Standby mode 1 Click Start and then Turn Off Computer. 2 Click Stand By. ✍ If the model you purchased is VGN-AR200 Series and a remote commander is in this , you will lose any key. ! Your computer comes out of Standby mode quicker than Hibernate mode. !
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... return to its previous state. ! The computer returns to Normal mode Press the power button. The power indicator light is turned off. Even when the battery runs down, no data will turn off in this mode. The Hibernating screen appears and the computer enters Hibernate mode. n 147 N Customizing Your...
... return to its previous state. ! The computer returns to Normal mode Press the power button. The power indicator light is turned off. Even when the battery runs down, no data will turn off in this mode. The Hibernating screen appears and the computer enters Hibernate mode. n 147 N Customizing Your...
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...are using at that time, for example, AC power. Activating VAIO Power Management When you set up power schemes for running on AC power or batteries to suit your requirements for VAIO computers. VAIO Power Management is a software application developed exclusively for power consumption.... This icon indicates what kind of your power status. To activate VAIO Power Management 1 Click Start and then ...
...are using at that time, for example, AC power. Activating VAIO Power Management When you set up power schemes for running on AC power or batteries to suit your requirements for VAIO computers. VAIO Power Management is a software application developed exclusively for power consumption.... This icon indicates what kind of your power status. To activate VAIO Power Management 1 Click Start and then ...
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... detected by the computer or Windows becomes unstable, contact your sales dealer or the manufacturer of your system. If such a station is , battery pack or AC adapter) and from ESD. Notes on the configuration of your computer. The package protects the module from any telecommunication links, ...; Turn off your computer and disconnect the system from its power source (that are ready to change the module. n 152 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Adding and Removing Memory If you want to expand the functionality of your computer's memory, read the notes and procedures in the following :...
... detected by the computer or Windows becomes unstable, contact your sales dealer or the manufacturer of your system. If such a station is , battery pack or AC adapter) and from ESD. Notes on the configuration of your computer. The package protects the module from any telecommunication links, ...; Turn off your computer and disconnect the system from its power source (that are ready to change the module. n 152 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Adding and Removing Memory If you want to expand the functionality of your computer's memory, read the notes and procedures in the following :...
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n 154 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Removing and Installing a Memory Module VGN-FE700 Series models To change or add a memory module 1 Shut down the computer and disconnect all peripheral devices. 2 Unplug the computer and remove the battery pack. 3 Wait until the computer cools down. 4 Unscrew the screws (indicated by the arrows below) on the bottom of the computer and remove the memory module compartment cover. 5 Touch a metal object (such as the connector panel on the back of the computer) to discharge static electricity.
n 154 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Removing and Installing a Memory Module VGN-FE700 Series models To change or add a memory module 1 Shut down the computer and disconnect all peripheral devices. 2 Unplug the computer and remove the battery pack. 3 Wait until the computer cools down. 4 Unscrew the screws (indicated by the arrows below) on the bottom of the computer and remove the memory module compartment cover. 5 Touch a metal object (such as the connector panel on the back of the computer) to discharge static electricity.
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Do not touch any other components on the motherboard. 9 Replace the memory module compartment cover. 10 Tighten the screws on the computer. If you use only one memory module, make sure to insert it clicks into place. ! n 156 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 8 Slide the memory module into the memory module slot and push it in until it to the slot that is closer to the back of the computer. 11 Reinstall the battery pack and turn on the bottom of your computer.
Do not touch any other components on the motherboard. 9 Replace the memory module compartment cover. 10 Tighten the screws on the computer. If you use only one memory module, make sure to insert it clicks into place. ! n 156 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 8 Slide the memory module into the memory module slot and push it in until it to the slot that is closer to the back of the computer. 11 Reinstall the battery pack and turn on the bottom of your computer.
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n 157 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer VGN-AR200 Series models To change or add a memory module 1 Shut down the computer and disconnect all peripheral devices. 2 Unplug the computer and remove the battery pack. 3 Wait until the computer cools down. 4 Unscrew the screw (indicated by the arrow below) on the bottom of the computer and remove...
n 157 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer VGN-AR200 Series models To change or add a memory module 1 Shut down the computer and disconnect all peripheral devices. 2 Unplug the computer and remove the battery pack. 3 Wait until the computer cools down. 4 Unscrew the screw (indicated by the arrow below) on the bottom of the computer and remove...
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If you use only one memory module, make sure to the back of the computer. 11 Reinstall the battery pack and turn on the bottom of your computer. n 158 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 7 Remove the new memory module from its packaging. 8 Slide the memory module into the memory module slot and push it in until it to the slot that is closer to insert it clicks into place. ! Do not touch any other components on the motherboard. 9 Replace the memory module compartment cover. 10 Tighten the screw on the computer.
If you use only one memory module, make sure to the back of the computer. 11 Reinstall the battery pack and turn on the bottom of your computer. n 158 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 7 Remove the new memory module from its packaging. 8 Slide the memory module into the memory module slot and push it in until it to the slot that is closer to insert it clicks into place. ! Do not touch any other components on the motherboard. 9 Replace the memory module compartment cover. 10 Tighten the screw on the computer.
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...using your computer. Try these suggestions before visiting the Sony online support Web site at http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ for customers in USA, at http://www.sony.ca/support for customers in Canada, or at http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/ for customers in Latin American countries or areas. ...❑ Computer (page 174) ❑ System Security (page 181) ❑ Battery (page 183) ...
...using your computer. Try these suggestions before visiting the Sony online support Web site at http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ for customers in USA, at http://www.sony.ca/support for customers in Canada, or at http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/ for customers in Latin American countries or areas. ...❑ Computer (page 174) ❑ System Security (page 181) ❑ Battery (page 183) ...
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... more information. ❑ Disconnect the AC adapter and remove the battery pack. Reattach the AC adapter and reinstall the battery pack, and press the power button to turn on . ❑ If you may cause your VAIO computer. Wait three to malfunction. If this occurs, do if my computer ...sure it is securely plugged into a power source and turned on . n 174 N Troubleshooting Computer What should I do not use only genuine Sony rechargeable battery packs and AC adapter, which are adjusted correctly. Make sure the power indicator shows the power is on. ❑ Make sure the...
... more information. ❑ Disconnect the AC adapter and remove the battery pack. Reattach the AC adapter and reinstall the battery pack, and press the power button to turn on . ❑ If you may cause your VAIO computer. Wait three to malfunction. If this occurs, do if my computer ...sure it is securely plugged into a power source and turned on . n 174 N Troubleshooting Computer What should I do not use only genuine Sony rechargeable battery packs and AC adapter, which are adjusted correctly. Make sure the power indicator shows the power is on. ❑ Make sure the...