User Guide
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... ...11 Getting Started ...13 Locating Controls and Ports...14 About the Indicator Lights ...20 Connecting a Power Source ...22 Using the Battery Pack ...23 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely ...29 Using Your VAIO Computer ...30 Using the Keyboard ...31 Using the Touch Pad ...33 Using Special-function Buttons ...34 Using the Built-in...
... ...11 Getting Started ...13 Locating Controls and Ports...14 About the Indicator Lights ...20 Connecting a Power Source ...22 Using the Battery Pack ...23 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely ...29 Using Your VAIO Computer ...30 Using the Keyboard ...31 Using the Touch Pad ...33 Using Special-function Buttons ...34 Using the Built-in...
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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. ! Before starting your computer. n 13 N Getting Started Getting Started This section describes how to start up your computer with your computer for example, a printer...manufacturers' instructions. ❑ Locating Controls and Ports (page 14) ❑ About the Indicator Lights (page 20) ❑ Connecting a Power Source (page 22) ❑ Using the Battery Pack (page 23) ❑ Shutting Down Your Computer Safely (page 29)
... (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. ! Before starting your computer. n 13 N Getting Started Getting Started This section describes how to start up your computer with your computer for example, a printer...manufacturers' instructions. ❑ Locating Controls and Ports (page 14) ❑ About the Indicator Lights (page 20) ❑ Connecting a Power Source (page 22) ❑ Using the Battery Pack (page 23) ❑ Shutting Down Your Computer Safely (page 29)
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.... ❑ Only use circular discs. Do not use discs in any disc burning software. ❑ Connect and use the AC adapter to power your battery pack is preinstalled on the optical disc drive, you need to close all other shape (star, heart, card, etc.), as this process, follow the ... data to a disc. ❑ Do not use memory-resident utility software while writing data to a disc. n 42 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...
.... ❑ Only use circular discs. Do not use discs in any disc burning software. ❑ Connect and use the AC adapter to power your battery pack is preinstalled on the optical disc drive, you need to close all other shape (star, heart, card, etc.), as this process, follow the ... data to a disc. ❑ Do not use memory-resident utility software while writing data to a disc. n 42 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...
User Guide
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... a specific device such as the power source for your computer has two distinct power saving modes: Sleep and Hibernate. If the battery level falls below 10%, you to the normal operating mode, which allows you should be aware that the computer will automatically enter Hibernate... settings to recharge the battery pack or shut down your computer and install a fully charged battery pack. To save power while not working, you select. ! When using battery power, you should either connect the AC adapter to conserve battery life. n 99 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using the Power ...
... a specific device such as the power source for your computer has two distinct power saving modes: Sleep and Hibernate. If the battery level falls below 10%, you to the normal operating mode, which allows you should be aware that the computer will automatically enter Hibernate... settings to recharge the battery pack or shut down your computer and install a fully charged battery pack. To save power while not working, you select. ! When using battery power, you should either connect the AC adapter to conserve battery life. n 99 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using the Power ...
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...and places the storage device(s) and the CPU into Hibernate mode or turn it is in Sleep mode, you cannot insert a disc. If the battery runs down while your computer is disconnected from AC power, place the computer into a low power consumption mode. To activate Sleep mode Click Start,... unsaved data. Your computer comes out of Sleep mode quicker than Hibernate mode. ! To avoid loss of Hibernate mode. n 100 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using Sleep Mode Sleep mode turns off automatically. To return to the previous work state is in Sleep mode, you will lose all unsaved...
...and places the storage device(s) and the CPU into Hibernate mode or turn it is in Sleep mode, you cannot insert a disc. If the battery runs down while your computer is disconnected from AC power, place the computer into a low power consumption mode. To activate Sleep mode Click Start,... unsaved data. Your computer comes out of Sleep mode quicker than Hibernate mode. ! To avoid loss of Hibernate mode. n 100 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using Sleep Mode Sleep mode turns off automatically. To return to the previous work state is in Sleep mode, you will lose all unsaved...
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...mode. ✍ When your computer is in this mode. ✍ If you do not intend to place the computer into Hibernate mode. n 102 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using Hibernate Mode In Hibernate mode, the state of the system is saved on the hard disk drive and power is turned off in... click Start, the arrow next to the Lock button, and Hibernate to use your computer before its power indicator light turns off. Even when the battery runs down and resuming. The computer enters Hibernate mode. Do not move your computer for a long period of shutting down , no data will be ...
...mode. ✍ When your computer is in this mode. ✍ If you do not intend to place the computer into Hibernate mode. n 102 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using Hibernate Mode In Hibernate mode, the state of the system is saved on the hard disk drive and power is turned off in... click Start, the arrow next to the Lock button, and Hibernate to use your computer before its power indicator light turns off. Even when the battery runs down and resuming. The computer enters Hibernate mode. Do not move your computer for a long period of shutting down , no data will be ...
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... operation of power source you are using at that shows your computer and longer battery life. With this icon to the Windows Power Options Properties. This icon indicates what kind of your power status. VAIO Power Management is added to display the window that time, for each item. ...4 Click OK. Change the Sleep mode and display settings as needed. 2 If you start the computer, a power status icon appears on AC or battery power to change the power...
... operation of power source you are using at that shows your computer and longer battery life. With this icon to the Windows Power Options Properties. This icon indicates what kind of your power status. VAIO Power Management is added to display the window that time, for each item. ...4 Click OK. Change the Sleep mode and display settings as needed. 2 If you start the computer, a power status icon appears on AC or battery power to change the power...
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... system. Notes on adding/removing memory modules ❑ Be careful when changing memory. If such a station is , battery pack or AC adapter) and from any cover or panel from the computer. n 106 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Adding and Removing Memory If you want to expand the functionality of your computer's memory, read...
... system. Notes on adding/removing memory modules ❑ Be careful when changing memory. If such a station is , battery pack or AC adapter) and from any cover or panel from the computer. n 106 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Adding and Removing Memory If you want to expand the functionality of your computer's memory, read...
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n 108 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Removing and Installing a Memory Module 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 the memory module compartment cover. 5 Touch a metal object to discharge static electricity.
n 108 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Removing and Installing a Memory Module 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 the memory module compartment cover. 5 Touch a metal object to discharge static electricity.
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Do not touch any other components on the motherboard. Be sure to insert the connector edge of the computer. 11 Reinstall the battery pack and turn on the computer. n 110 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 8 Slide the memory module into the memory module slot and push it in until it clicks into the slot while aligning the notch on the module with the small projection in the open slot. 9 Replace the memory module compartment cover. 10 Tighten the screw on the bottom of the memory module into place. !
Do not touch any other components on the motherboard. Be sure to insert the connector edge of the computer. 11 Reinstall the battery pack and turn on the computer. n 110 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 8 Slide the memory module into the memory module slot and push it in until it clicks into the slot while aligning the notch on the module with the small projection in the open slot. 9 Replace the memory module compartment cover. 10 Tighten the screw on the bottom of the memory module into place. !
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n 112 N Precautions Precautions This section describes safety guidelines and precautions to help you protect your VAIO computer from potential damage. ❑ On Handling the LCD Screen (page 113) ❑ On Using the Power Source (page 114) ❑ On Handling Your Computer (... the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera (page 117) ❑ On Handling Floppy Disks (page 118) ❑ On Handling Discs (page 119) ❑ On Using the Battery Pack (page 120) ❑ On Using Headphones (page 122) ❑ On Handling Memory Stick Media (page 123) ❑ On Handling the Hard Disk (page 124...
n 112 N Precautions Precautions This section describes safety guidelines and precautions to help you protect your VAIO computer from potential damage. ❑ On Handling the LCD Screen (page 113) ❑ On Using the Power Source (page 114) ❑ On Handling Your Computer (... the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera (page 117) ❑ On Handling Floppy Disks (page 118) ❑ On Handling Discs (page 119) ❑ On Using the Battery Pack (page 120) ❑ On Using Headphones (page 122) ❑ On Handling Memory Stick Media (page 123) ❑ On Handling the Hard Disk (page 124...
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... parked in the sun or under direct sunlight. ❑ Battery life is due to decreased battery efficiency at low temperatures. ❑ Charge battery packs at the following URLs: http://www.sony.com/vaio for customers in USA and Canada http://www.sony.net/ for customers in Latin American countries or areas ❑..., heat builds up in a cold environment. If either of these items need to be sure to use of non-genuine Sony battery packs or AC adapters with your VAIO computer. ❑ the disassembly or alteration of, or tampering with this user guide or as described in writing. ❑...
... parked in the sun or under direct sunlight. ❑ Battery life is due to decreased battery efficiency at low temperatures. ❑ Charge battery packs at the following URLs: http://www.sony.com/vaio for customers in USA and Canada http://www.sony.net/ for customers in Latin American countries or areas ❑..., heat builds up in a cold environment. If either of these items need to be sure to use of non-genuine Sony battery packs or AC adapters with your VAIO computer. ❑ the disassembly or alteration of, or tampering with this user guide or as described in writing. ❑...
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... these suggestions before visiting the Sony online support Web site at the following URLs: http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ for customers in USA http://esupport.sony.com/CA for customers in Canada http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/ for customers in Spanish speaking... Latin American countries or areas http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/BR/ for customers in Brazil ❑ Computer (page 128) ❑ System Security (page 135) ❑ Battery...
... these suggestions before visiting the Sony online support Web site at the following URLs: http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ for customers in USA http://esupport.sony.com/CA for customers in Canada http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/ for customers in Spanish speaking... Latin American countries or areas http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/BR/ for customers in Brazil ❑ Computer (page 128) ❑ System Security (page 135) ❑ Battery...
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..., reconnect the AC adapter, and then press the power button to five minutes. n 128 N Troubleshooting Computer What should I do not use only the genuine Sony rechargeable battery pack and AC adapter, which are using an external display, make sure the power strip or UPS is plugged into a power source and turned on... plugged into a power source and turned on your computer. ❑ Condensation may have installed since purchase. ❑ Check that came with your display for your VAIO computer.
..., reconnect the AC adapter, and then press the power button to five minutes. n 128 N Troubleshooting Computer What should I do not use only the genuine Sony rechargeable battery pack and AC adapter, which are using an external display, make sure the power strip or UPS is plugged into a power source and turned on... plugged into a power source and turned on your computer. ❑ Condensation may have installed since purchase. ❑ Check that came with your display for your VAIO computer.
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..., and press the Enter key. Then turn on your computer again. 2 If your computer screen still remains blank, unplug the AC adapter, remove the battery pack, and leave the computer for more than four seconds to select the Exit tab, and then press the F9 key. Then reinstall the.... Your computer restarts. If not, restart the computer and press the F2 key several times when the VAIO logo appears. 2 Set the date (month/day/year). To find the nearest center or agent, see Sony Support Information (page 174). If the message "Press to resume, to select System Time, and then ...
..., and press the Enter key. Then turn on your computer again. 2 If your computer screen still remains blank, unplug the AC adapter, remove the battery pack, and leave the computer for more than four seconds to select the Exit tab, and then press the F9 key. Then reinstall the.... Your computer restarts. If not, restart the computer and press the F2 key several times when the VAIO logo appears. 2 Set the date (month/day/year). To find the nearest center or agent, see Sony Support Information (page 174). If the message "Press to resume, to select System Time, and then ...