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...Started Getting Started This section describes how to start up your computer. Make sure to get started with only the supplied accessories connected and set up your computer with using your VAIO computer. ! Upon completion, connect one device (for the first time, do not connect any new hardware that ...) at a time, following the manufacturer's instructions. ❑ Locating Controls and Ports (page 11) ❑ About the Indicator Lights (page 16) ❑ Connecting a Power Source (page 17) ❑ Using the Battery Pack (page 19) ❑ Shutting Down Your Computer Safely (page 24)
...Started Getting Started This section describes how to start up your computer. Make sure to get started with only the supplied accessories connected and set up your computer with using your VAIO computer. ! Upon completion, connect one device (for the first time, do not connect any new hardware that ...) at a time, following the manufacturer's instructions. ❑ Locating Controls and Ports (page 11) ❑ About the Indicator Lights (page 16) ❑ Connecting a Power Source (page 17) ❑ Using the Battery Pack (page 19) ❑ Shutting Down Your Computer Safely (page 24)
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Using the AC Adapter ✍ Use your computer. To use either an AC adapter or a rechargeable battery pack as illustrated below. The supplied AC adapter has an attachment on the bottom of the plug attachment on its plug to the AC adapter (3) into the DC IN port (4) on ...the computer, while fitting the extension of the computer as a power source for your computer only with the supplied AC adapter. n 17 N Getting Started Connecting a Power Source You can use the AC adapter 1 Plug one end of the power cord (1) into the AC adapter (3). 2 Plug the other end of the...
Using the AC Adapter ✍ Use your computer. To use either an AC adapter or a rechargeable battery pack as illustrated below. The supplied AC adapter has an attachment on the bottom of the plug attachment on its plug to the AC adapter (3) into the DC IN port (4) on ...the computer, while fitting the extension of the computer as a power source for your computer only with the supplied AC adapter. n 17 N Getting Started Connecting a Power Source You can use the AC adapter 1 Plug one end of the power cord (1) into the AC adapter (3). 2 Plug the other end of the...
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... to secure the battery pack on the computer. ✍ When your computer is directly connected to AC power and has a battery pack installed, it clicks into place. Using the Battery Pack The battery pack supplied with your computer is not fully charged at the time of purchase. Installing the Battery Pack To... close the LCD screen lid. 2 Slide the battery lock switch (1) to the UNLOCK position. 3 Slide the battery pack into the battery compartment until it uses power from the AC outlet.
... to secure the battery pack on the computer. ✍ When your computer is directly connected to AC power and has a battery pack installed, it clicks into place. Using the Battery Pack The battery pack supplied with your computer is not fully charged at the time of purchase. Installing the Battery Pack To... close the LCD screen lid. 2 Slide the battery lock switch (1) to the UNLOCK position. 3 Slide the battery pack into the battery compartment until it uses power from the AC outlet.
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The battery pack is not fully charged at the time of power. n 21 N Getting Started Charging the Battery Pack The battery pack supplied with your computer is charging. The battery pack is about 85% charged, the battery indicator turns off. When the battery pack is running out... of purchase. Battery indicator light status On Blinks Double blinks Off Meaning The computer is using battery power. The computer is ...
The battery pack is not fully charged at the time of power. n 21 N Getting Started Charging the Battery Pack The battery pack supplied with your computer is charging. The battery pack is about 85% charged, the battery indicator turns off. When the battery pack is running out... of purchase. Battery indicator light status On Blinks Double blinks Off Meaning The computer is using battery power. The computer is ...
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...supplied with your computer may not enter Hibernate mode even when battery life is a lithium ion battery pack and can be recharged any unsaved data. For some software applications and some peripheral devices, your computer is low. Going back to the previous work state is nearly depleted, both the battery and power..., it is directly connected to recharge the battery pack or shut down your data frequently and manually activate a power management mode, such as a power source. If the battery pack wears out when the computer enters Standby mode, you should save your computer and...
...supplied with your computer may not enter Hibernate mode even when battery life is a lithium ion battery pack and can be recharged any unsaved data. For some software applications and some peripheral devices, your computer is low. Going back to the previous work state is nearly depleted, both the battery and power..., it is directly connected to recharge the battery pack or shut down your data frequently and manually activate a power management mode, such as a power source. If the battery pack wears out when the computer enters Standby mode, you should save your computer and...
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...can connect a computer display (monitor) directly to your computer. To connect a computer display 1 If necessary, plug one end of the display's power cord (1) into your computer. On Windows systems only, you can connect an external display to your display, and the other cables. Connected external... screens. Connecting a Computer Display You can also use the computer with a computer display or a projector. ✍ Connect the power cord after connecting all other end into an AC outlet. 2 Plug the display cable (2) (not supplied) into the monitor (VGA) port (3) a on the computer.
...can connect a computer display (monitor) directly to your computer. To connect a computer display 1 If necessary, plug one end of the display's power cord (1) into your computer. On Windows systems only, you can connect an external display to your display, and the other cables. Connected external... screens. Connecting a Computer Display You can also use the computer with a computer display or a projector. ✍ Connect the power cord after connecting all other end into an AC outlet. 2 Plug the display cable (2) (not supplied) into the monitor (VGA) port (3) a on the computer.
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To connect a multimedia computer display 1 Plug the power cord of your computer. n 64 N Using Peripheral Devices Connecting a Multimedia Computer Display You can connect a multimedia computer display that includes built-in speakers and a microphone directly to your multimedia computer display (1) into an AC outlet. 2 Plug the display cable (2) (not supplied) into the monitor (VGA) port (3) a on the computer. 3 Plug the speaker cable (4) into the headphones jack (5) i on the computer. 4 Plug the microphone cable (6) into the microphone jack (7) m on the computer.
To connect a multimedia computer display 1 Plug the power cord of your computer. n 64 N Using Peripheral Devices Connecting a Multimedia Computer Display You can connect a multimedia computer display that includes built-in speakers and a microphone directly to your multimedia computer display (1) into an AC outlet. 2 Plug the display cable (2) (not supplied) into the monitor (VGA) port (3) a on the computer. 3 Plug the speaker cable (4) into the headphones jack (5) i on the computer. 4 Plug the microphone cable (6) into the microphone jack (7) m on the computer.
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To connect a projector 1 Connect the power cord (1) of your computer. n 65 N Using Peripheral Devices Connecting a Projector You can connect a projector (for example, the Sony LCD projector) directly to your projector into an AC outlet. 2 Plug an RGB signal cable (2) (not supplied) into the monitor (VGA) port (3) a on the computer. 3 Plug an audio cable (4) (not supplied) into the headphones jack (5) i. 4 Plug the RGB signal cable and the audio cable into the jack and port on the projector (6).
To connect a projector 1 Connect the power cord (1) of your computer. n 65 N Using Peripheral Devices Connecting a Projector You can connect a projector (for example, the Sony LCD projector) directly to your projector into an AC outlet. 2 Plug an RGB signal cable (2) (not supplied) into the monitor (VGA) port (3) a on the computer. 3 Plug an audio cable (4) (not supplied) into the headphones jack (5) i. 4 Plug the RGB signal cable and the audio cable into the jack and port on the projector (6).
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n 73 N Using Peripheral Devices Connecting a Printer You can connect a USB printer compatible with your version of a USB printer cable (2) (not supplied) into an AC outlet. 2 Choose the USB port (3) you prefer to use. 3 Plug one end of Windows to the computer. Connecting a Printer Using the USB Port You can connect a Windows-compatible printer to print documents. To connect a printer using the USB port 1 Plug the power cord (1) of your printer into the USB port and the other end to your computer to your printer.
n 73 N Using Peripheral Devices Connecting a Printer You can connect a USB printer compatible with your version of a USB printer cable (2) (not supplied) into an AC outlet. 2 Choose the USB port (3) you prefer to use. 3 Plug one end of Windows to the computer. Connecting a Printer Using the USB Port You can connect a Windows-compatible printer to print documents. To connect a printer using the USB port 1 Plug the power cord (1) of your printer into the USB port and the other end to your computer to your printer.
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... compatible devices is equipped with your software for example, an HDD or a CDRW drive) before you connect them to your computer does not supply power to external devices generally powered by i.LINK ports. ❑ The i.LINK port supports transfer rates up to copy, delete or edit files. ❑ The i.LINK port on your... software applications, operating system, and i.LINK-compatible devices you use to connect to an i.LINK device such as a digital video camcorder or to connect two VAIO computers in order to 400 Mbps;
... compatible devices is equipped with your software for example, an HDD or a CDRW drive) before you connect them to your computer does not supply power to external devices generally powered by i.LINK ports. ❑ The i.LINK port supports transfer rates up to copy, delete or edit files. ❑ The i.LINK port on your... software applications, operating system, and i.LINK-compatible devices you use to connect to an i.LINK device such as a digital video camcorder or to connect two VAIO computers in order to 400 Mbps;
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...period of your model. ❑ Do not share the AC outlet with other AC adapter as a photocopier or shredder. ❑ You can purchase a power strip with a surge protector. This device prevents damage to your computer caused by the plug. Never pull the cord itself. ❑ Unplug your computer... Power Source ❑ See 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 your computer or genuine Sony ...
...period of your model. ❑ Do not share the AC outlet with other AC adapter as a photocopier or shredder. ❑ You can purchase a power strip with a surge protector. This device prevents damage to your computer caused by the plug. Never pull the cord itself. ❑ Unplug your computer... Power Source ❑ See 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 your computer or genuine Sony ...
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... is empty. ❑ If your VAIO computer. n 108 N Troubleshooting Computer What should I do not use only genuine Sony rechargeable battery packs and AC adapter, which are supplied by Sony for your computer is plugged into a power strip or uninterruptible power supply (UPS), make sure the power strip or UPS is plugged into a power source and turned on. ❑ If...
... is empty. ❑ If your VAIO computer. n 108 N Troubleshooting Computer What should I do not use only genuine Sony rechargeable battery packs and AC adapter, which are supplied by Sony for your computer is plugged into a power strip or uninterruptible power supply (UPS), make sure the power strip or UPS is plugged into a power source and turned on. ❑ If...
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... to malfunction. ❑ If a region code warning appears, the disc may be incompatible with the optical disc drive. ❑ If you notice condensation on AC power supply and try the disc again. Adhesive labels can confirm the driver software by selecting the Driver tab, and clicking Driver Details. 8 Click OK to close...
... to malfunction. ❑ If a region code warning appears, the disc may be incompatible with the optical disc drive. ❑ If you notice condensation on AC power supply and try the disc again. Adhesive labels can confirm the driver software by selecting the Driver tab, and clicking Driver Details. 8 Click OK to close...
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...enabled. ❑ Check the volume controls in Windows. What should I cannot hear sound from my speakers? ❑ If your computer is using battery power, make sure the battery pack is properly installed and is charged. ❑ If you are using a program that came with your speakers. ❑... If you are connected to the headphones jack, disconnect the cable and use the speaker cable supplied with your speakers for more information. ❑ Make sure the speaker volume is turned up loud enough to hear sound. ❑ Make sure...
...enabled. ❑ Check the volume controls in Windows. What should I cannot hear sound from my speakers? ❑ If your computer is using battery power, make sure the battery pack is properly installed and is charged. ❑ If you are using a program that came with your speakers. ❑... If you are connected to the headphones jack, disconnect the cable and use the speaker cable supplied with your speakers for more information. ❑ Make sure the speaker volume is turned up loud enough to hear sound. ❑ Make sure...
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... prevent a device from working at all. ❑ USB hubs may need to install software before you connect the device. ❑ Try connecting a simple, low-powered device such as a mouse to your computer without a hub. We recommend you connect the device directly to test if the port is working because of... driver could be installed to the AC outlet. ❑ Try using another USB port on and using its own power supply. n 140 N Troubleshooting Peripherals What should I do if I cannot connect a USB device? ❑ If applicable, check the USB device is turned on your USB device for...
... prevent a device from working at all. ❑ USB hubs may need to install software before you connect the device. ❑ Try connecting a simple, low-powered device such as a mouse to your computer without a hub. We recommend you connect the device directly to test if the port is working because of... driver could be installed to the AC outlet. ❑ Try using another USB port on and using its own power supply. n 140 N Troubleshooting Peripherals What should I do if I cannot connect a USB device? ❑ If applicable, check the USB device is turned on your USB device for...