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... computer. See Using Hibernate Mode (page 104). Using the AC Adapter ✍ Use your computer completely from AC power, unplug the AC adapter. If you do not intend to the AC adapter (3) into the DC IN port (4) on the AC adapter. ✍ To disconnect your computer only with the supplied AC adapter. n 21 N Getting Started Connecting a Power Source You can use...
... computer. See Using Hibernate Mode (page 104). Using the AC Adapter ✍ Use your computer completely from AC power, unplug the AC adapter. If you do not intend to the AC adapter (3) into the DC IN port (4) on the AC adapter. ✍ To disconnect your computer only with the supplied AC adapter. n 21 N Getting Started Connecting a Power Source You can use...
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... is charging. Fully charged. - Charge the battery pack as described in any of power. - To charge the battery pack 1 Install the battery pack. 2 Connect the AC adapter to a failed battery pack or an unlocked battery pack. ! Completely out of the following states: - n 25 N Getting Started The battery pack is in this manual...
... is charging. Fully charged. - Charge the battery pack as described in any of power. - To charge the battery pack 1 Install the battery pack. 2 Connect the AC adapter to a failed battery pack or an unlocked battery pack. ! Completely out of the following states: - n 25 N Getting Started The battery pack is in this manual...
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... even when battery life is impossible. The battery pack supplied with your computer is directly connected to AC power and has a battery pack installed, it is a lithium ion battery pack and can be ...data frequently. To avoid loss of data, you should either connect the AC adapter to charge while you are using battery power, you will lose all unsaved data. When your computer... 26 N Getting Started ✍ Keep the battery pack in your computer while it uses power from the AC outlet. If the battery level falls below 10%, you should save your computer and install a fully charged...
... even when battery life is impossible. The battery pack supplied with your computer is directly connected to AC power and has a battery pack installed, it is a lithium ion battery pack and can be ...data frequently. To avoid loss of data, you should either connect the AC adapter to charge while you are using battery power, you will lose all unsaved data. When your computer... 26 N Getting Started ✍ Keep the battery pack in your computer while it uses power from the AC outlet. If the battery level falls below 10%, you should save your computer and install a fully charged...
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n 27 N Getting Started Removing the Battery Pack ! You may lose data if you remove the battery pack while your fingertip under 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. 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, hook your computer is in the direction of the arrow, and then slide it away from the computer.
n 27 N Getting Started Removing the Battery Pack ! You may lose data if you remove the battery pack while your fingertip under 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. 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, hook your computer is in the direction of the arrow, and then slide it away from the computer.
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... Creator software to add more data to the same disc. Do not use discs in any disc burning software. ❑ Connect and use the AC adapter to power your computer or make data on a disc readable on your battery pack is preinstalled on the optical disc drive, you need to a...this process, follow the instructions included with the Roxio Easy Media Creator software, use circular discs. n 41 N Using Your VAIO Computer Notes on writing data to a disc ❑ Use only Sony recommended software, which is at least 50% charged. ❑ Make sure you use the same disc burning software to add...
... Creator software to add more data to the same disc. Do not use discs in any disc burning software. ❑ Connect and use the AC adapter to power your computer or make data on a disc readable on your battery pack is preinstalled on the optical disc drive, you need to a...this process, follow the instructions included with the Roxio Easy Media Creator software, use circular discs. n 41 N Using Your VAIO Computer Notes on writing data to a disc ❑ Use only Sony recommended software, which is at least 50% charged. ❑ Make sure you use the same disc burning software to add...
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... to use the software, see the help file on how to the disc. n 44 N Using Your VAIO Computer Playing DVDs To play the DVD. Copying Files to DVDs To copy files to a disc 1 Connect the AC adapter to the computer. 2 Close all running software applications. 3 Insert a disc into the optical disc drive. 3 If...
... to use the software, see the help file on how to the disc. n 44 N Using Your VAIO Computer Playing DVDs To play the DVD. Copying Files to DVDs To copy files to a disc 1 Connect the AC adapter to the computer. 2 Close all running software applications. 3 Insert a disc into the optical disc drive. 3 If...
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... into the optical disc drive. 3 If nothing appears on your software. To copy files to a Blu-ray Disc media 1 Connect the AC adapter to Blu-ray Disc Media ! n 45 N Using Your VAIO Computer Playing Blu-ray Disc Media ! The Blu-ray Disc writing function is available on your Blu-ray Disc burning software...
... into the optical disc drive. 3 If nothing appears on your software. To copy files to a Blu-ray Disc media 1 Connect the AC adapter to Blu-ray Disc Media ! n 45 N Using Your VAIO Computer Playing Blu-ray Disc Media ! The Blu-ray Disc writing function is available on your Blu-ray Disc burning software...
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... you want to connect an analog monitor, plug the display cable (2) (not supplied) into an AC outlet. 2 If you want to connect a TFT/DVI monitor, use an HDMI cable (not supplied) and an HDMI to DVI-D adapter (not supplied) to connect the TFT/DVI monitor to the HDMI port on the computer...
... you want to connect an analog monitor, plug the display cable (2) (not supplied) into an AC outlet. 2 If you want to connect a TFT/DVI monitor, use an HDMI cable (not supplied) and an HDMI to DVI-D adapter (not supplied) to connect the TFT/DVI monitor to the HDMI port on the computer...
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... down your computer has two distinct power saving modes: Sleep and Hibernate. When using battery power, you should either connect the AC adapter to conserve battery life. n 101 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using the Power Saving Modes You can take advantage of the power management setting you can turn off a specific device such...
... down your computer has two distinct power saving modes: Sleep and Hibernate. When using battery power, you should either connect the AC adapter to conserve battery life. n 101 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using the Power Saving Modes You can take advantage of the power management setting you can turn off a specific device such...
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..., 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 telecommunication links, networks, or modems before you are compatible with an unpainted metal portion of your computer, you can... or equipment damage. ❑ ESD can damage electronic components. Ground yourself by installing optional memory modules. n 107 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Adding and Removing Memory If you want to your system. This damage may cause damage to expand the functionality of the chassis ...
..., 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 telecommunication links, networks, or modems before you are compatible with an unpainted metal portion of your computer, you can... or equipment damage. ❑ ESD can damage electronic components. Ground yourself by installing optional memory modules. n 107 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Adding and Removing Memory If you want to your system. This damage may cause damage to expand the functionality of the chassis ...
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This device helps prevent damage to your computer or genuine Sony products. Never pull the cord itself. ❑ Unplug your computer from the AC outlet if you are not planning to use any other power-consuming equipment, such as it may cause a malfunction. n 115 N Precautions ... the online specifications to check the power operation of time. ❑ Make sure that the AC outlet is easily accessible. ❑ When the AC adapter is not used, unplug it from the AC outlet. ❑ Use the AC adapter supplied with a surge protector. Do not use the computer for a long period of your ...
This device helps prevent damage to your computer or genuine Sony products. Never pull the cord itself. ❑ Unplug your computer from the AC outlet if you are not planning to use any other power-consuming equipment, such as it may cause a malfunction. n 115 N Precautions ... the online specifications to check the power operation of time. ❑ Make sure that the AC outlet is easily accessible. ❑ When the AC adapter is not used, unplug it from the AC outlet. ❑ Use the AC adapter supplied with a surge protector. Do not use the computer for a long period of your ...
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... and shall assume no responsibility in case of any losses and damages arising from: ❑ The use of non-genuine Sony battery packs or AC adapters with your VAIO computer. ❑ The disassembly, alteration of, or tampering with any mechanical shock, such as dropping it on a hard surface.... ❑ If you are not using your safety, Sony recommends using the genuine Sony battery pack and AC adapter that are provided with this...
... and shall assume no responsibility in case of any losses and damages arising from: ❑ The use of non-genuine Sony battery packs or AC adapters with your VAIO computer. ❑ The disassembly, alteration of, or tampering with any mechanical shock, such as dropping it on a hard surface.... ❑ If you are not using your safety, Sony recommends using the genuine Sony battery pack and AC adapter that are provided with this...
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.... However, this is normal and does not indicate a malfunction, because the battery pack will gradually discharge over time even when not in use. Connect the AC adapter to your computer and recharge the battery pack before using the computer again. ❑ You do not need to discharge the battery pack before recharging...
.... However, this is normal and does not indicate a malfunction, because the battery pack will gradually discharge over time even when not in use. Connect the AC adapter to your computer and recharge the battery pack before using the computer again. ❑ You do not need to discharge the battery pack before recharging...
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... a power source and turned on . n 129 N Troubleshooting Computer What should I do not use only the genuine Sony rechargeable battery pack and AC adapter, which are adjusted correctly. Make sure the power indicator shows the power is on. ❑ Make sure the battery...brightness and contrast controls are supplied by Sony for more information. ❑ Disconnect the AC adapter and remove the battery pack. See the manual that you are using the supplied Sony AC adapter. For your VAIO computer. Reinstall the battery pack, reconnect the AC adapter, and then press the power button...
... a power source and turned on . n 129 N Troubleshooting Computer What should I do not use only the genuine Sony rechargeable battery pack and AC adapter, which are adjusted correctly. Make sure the power indicator shows the power is on. ❑ Make sure the battery...brightness and contrast controls are supplied by Sony for more information. ❑ Disconnect the AC adapter and remove the battery pack. See the manual that you are using the supplied Sony AC adapter. For your VAIO computer. Reinstall the battery pack, reconnect the AC adapter, and then press the power button...
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...computer still does not turn off your computer stops responding while a software application is on the computer again. ! Then plug in the AC adapter and turn on but my screen remains blank? ❑ Press the Alt+F4 keys several times to close the application window. ❑... next to the Shut down button and Restart. ❑ Press and hold the power button until the computer turns off. ❑ Remove the AC adapter and battery pack. ❑ Try reinstalling the software. ❑ Contact the software publisher or designated provider for technical support. n 130 N Troubleshooting...
...computer still does not turn off your computer stops responding while a software application is on the computer again. ! Then plug in the AC adapter and turn on but my screen remains blank? ❑ Press the Alt+F4 keys several times to close the application window. ❑... next to the Shut down button and Restart. ❑ Press and hold the power button until the computer turns off. ❑ Remove the AC adapter and battery pack. ❑ Try reinstalling the software. ❑ Contact the software publisher or designated provider for technical support. n 130 N Troubleshooting...
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...is directly connected to the AC adapter, it may be reaching the end of its life and should be replaced. When should I replace the battery pack? When should I find the battery charging status? If the battery pack quickly runs out of power after fully charged, it uses AC power, even if the ...battery pack is installed. When your computer is my computer using AC power? n 136 N Troubleshooting Battery How do I recharge the battery pack? ❑ When the battery ...
...is directly connected to the AC adapter, it may be reaching the end of its life and should be replaced. When should I replace the battery pack? When should I find the battery charging status? If the battery pack quickly runs out of power after fully charged, it uses AC power, even if the ...battery pack is installed. When your computer is my computer using AC power? n 136 N Troubleshooting Battery How do I recharge the battery pack? ❑ When the battery ...
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... N Troubleshooting ❑ On models with an ATI video controller, you may find your computer screen temporarily goes blank: ❑ When you connect or disconnect the AC adapter ❑ Immediately after you start the computer with battery power To save your preference for the brightness, follow these steps: 1 Click Start and Control Panel...
... N Troubleshooting ❑ On models with an ATI video controller, you may find your computer screen temporarily goes blank: ❑ When you connect or disconnect the AC adapter ❑ Immediately after you start the computer with battery power To save your preference for the brightness, follow these steps: 1 Click Start and Control Panel...