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n2 N Contents Before Use ...6 Documentation ...6 Ergonomic Considerations ...9 Getting Started ...11 Locating Controls and Ports...12 About the Indicator Lights ...17 Connecting a Power Source ...18 Using the Battery Pack ...20 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely ...25 Using Your VAIO Computer ...26 Using the Keyboard ...27 Using the Touch Pad ...29 Using the Optical Disc Drive ...30 Using the ExpressCard Module ...39 Using the Memory Stick Media ...42 Using Other Memory Cards ...48 Using the Internet...51 Using Wireless LAN (WLAN) ...52
n2 N Contents Before Use ...6 Documentation ...6 Ergonomic Considerations ...9 Getting Started ...11 Locating Controls and Ports...12 About the Indicator Lights ...17 Connecting a Power Source ...18 Using the Battery Pack ...20 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely ...25 Using Your VAIO Computer ...26 Using the Keyboard ...27 Using the Touch Pad ...29 Using the Optical Disc Drive ...30 Using the ExpressCard Module ...39 Using the Memory Stick Media ...42 Using Other Memory Cards ...48 Using the Internet...51 Using Wireless LAN (WLAN) ...52
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... time, do not connect any other hardware that did not originally come with only the supplied accessories connected and set up your computer with your VAIO computer. ! n 11 N Getting Started Getting Started This section describes how to start up your system. Before starting your computer for example, a ...10065; Locating Controls and Ports (page 12) ❑ About the Indicator Lights (page 17) ❑ Connecting a Power Source (page 18) ❑ Using the Battery Pack (page 20) ❑ Shutting Down Your Computer Safely (page 25) Make sure to get started using your computer.
... time, do not connect any other hardware that did not originally come with only the supplied accessories connected and set up your computer with your VAIO computer. ! n 11 N Getting Started Getting Started This section describes how to start up your system. Before starting your computer for example, a ...10065; Locating Controls and Ports (page 12) ❑ About the Indicator Lights (page 17) ❑ Connecting a Power Source (page 18) ❑ Using the Battery Pack (page 20) ❑ Shutting Down Your Computer Safely (page 25) Make sure to get started using your computer.
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...anti-virus software before you eject it. Use of different disc burning software for additional data burning may result. ❑ To make sure your battery pack is preinstalled on your software application to burn discs, make sure you exit and close the session before writing data to a disc. ...❑ Do not switch power modes while using your computer, to write data to a disc. n 35 N Using Your VAIO Computer Notes on writing data to a disc ❑ Use only Sony recommended software, which is at least 50 percent charged. ❑ Make sure you use the same disc burning software to...
...anti-virus software before you eject it. Use of different disc burning software for additional data burning may result. ❑ To make sure your battery pack is preinstalled on your software application to burn discs, make sure you exit and close the session before writing data to a disc. ...❑ Do not switch power modes while using your computer, to write data to a disc. n 35 N Using Your VAIO Computer Notes on writing data to a disc ❑ Use only Sony recommended software, which is at least 50 percent charged. ❑ Make sure you use the same disc burning software to...
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...in this mode. In addition to the normal operating mode, which allows you to turn off specific devices, your computer and install a fully charged battery pack. To save power while not working, you can turn off a specific device such as the power source for your computer, you can ...should be aware that the computer will automatically enter Hibernate mode if the remaining battery charge becomes short, regardless of the computer when it is on in use a battery pack as the LCD screen or the hard disk. n 79 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using the Power Saving Modes When you use .
...in this mode. In addition to the normal operating mode, which allows you to turn off specific devices, your computer and install a fully charged battery pack. To save power while not working, you can turn off a specific device such as the power source for your computer, you can ...should be aware that the computer will automatically enter Hibernate mode if the remaining battery charge becomes short, regardless of the computer when it is on in use a battery pack as the LCD screen or the hard disk. n 79 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using the Power Saving Modes When you use .
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... any unsaved data. Your computer comes out of Sleep mode quicker than Hibernate mode. ! If the battery runs down while your data frequently. Going back to the Lock button, and Sleep. n 80 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using Sleep Mode Sleep mode turns off automatically. Sleep mode uses more than four seconds, your...
... any unsaved data. Your computer comes out of Sleep mode quicker than Hibernate mode. ! If the battery runs down while your data frequently. Going back to the Lock button, and Sleep. n 80 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using Sleep Mode Sleep mode turns off automatically. Sleep mode uses more than four seconds, your...
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n 82 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using Hibernate Mode In Hibernate mode, the state of shutting down , no data will turn off automatically. ✍ If you can click Start, the ... mode requires more time than four seconds, your computer before its previous state. ! Hibernate mode uses less power than from Sleep mode. Even when the battery runs down or resuming. Alternatively, you do not use your computer for more time to return to Normal mode from Hibernate mode than Sleep mode...
n 82 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using Hibernate Mode In Hibernate mode, the state of shutting down , no data will turn off automatically. ✍ If you can click Start, the ... mode requires more time than four seconds, your computer before its previous state. ! Hibernate mode uses less power than from Sleep mode. Even when the battery runs down or resuming. Alternatively, you do not use your computer for more time to return to Normal mode from Hibernate mode than Sleep mode...
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...time, for example, AC power. n 83 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Managing Power with VAIO Power Management Power management helps you set up power schemes for running on AC power or batteries to suit your requirements for VAIO computers. This icon indicates what kind of your computer and longer... battery life. To restore the default settings 1 On the VAIO Power Management tab, click Advanced. The Power Options window appears....
...time, for example, AC power. n 83 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Managing Power with VAIO Power Management Power management helps you set up power schemes for running on AC power or batteries to suit your requirements for VAIO computers. This icon indicates what kind of your computer and longer... battery life. To restore the default settings 1 On the VAIO Power Management tab, click Advanced. The Power Options window appears....
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...memory modules ❑ Be careful when changing memory. Notes on the configuration of your model. Failure to do not handle materials that is, battery pack or AC adapter) and from any cover or panel from the computer. The package protects the module from its power source (that ...to change the module. This damage may cause damage to your system. Ground yourself by installing optional memory modules. n 86 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Adding and Removing Memory If you want to expand the functionality of your computer, you can increase the memory by maintaining contact with ...
...memory modules ❑ Be careful when changing memory. Notes on the configuration of your model. Failure to do not handle materials that is, battery pack or AC adapter) and from any cover or panel from the computer. The package protects the module from its power source (that ...to change the module. This damage may cause damage to your system. Ground yourself by installing optional memory modules. n 86 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Adding and Removing Memory If you want to expand the functionality of your computer, you can increase the memory by maintaining contact with ...
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n 88 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 (such as the connector panel on the back of the computer) to discharge static electricity.
n 88 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 (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 computer. n 90 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 8 Slide the memory module into place. ! Do not damage the insulation sheet equipped for module protection. 9 Replace the memory module compartment cover. 10 Tighten the screw on the bottom of the memory module into the slot while aligning the notch on the module with the small projection in until it clicks into the memory module slot and push it in the open slot. Be sure to insert the connector edge of the computer. 11 Reinstall the battery pack and turn on the motherboard.
Do not touch any other components on the computer. n 90 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 8 Slide the memory module into place. ! Do not damage the insulation sheet equipped for module protection. 9 Replace the memory module compartment cover. 10 Tighten the screw on the bottom of the memory module into the slot while aligning the notch on the module with the small projection in until it clicks into the memory module slot and push it in the open slot. Be sure to insert the connector edge of the computer. 11 Reinstall the battery pack and turn on the motherboard.
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n 92 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 93) ❑ On Using the Power Source (page 94) ❑ On Handling Your Computer (page 95) ❑ On Handling Floppy Disks (page 97) ❑ On Handling Discs (page 98) ❑ On Using the Battery Pack (page 99) ❑ On Using Headphones (page 100) ❑ On Handling Memory Stick Media (page 101) ❑ On Handling the Hard Disk (page 102) ❑ On Updating Your Computer (page 103)
n 92 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 93) ❑ On Using the Power Source (page 94) ❑ On Handling Your Computer (page 95) ❑ On Handling Floppy Disks (page 97) ❑ On Handling Discs (page 98) ❑ On Using the Battery Pack (page 99) ❑ On Using Headphones (page 100) ❑ On Handling Memory Stick Media (page 101) ❑ On Handling the Hard Disk (page 102) ❑ On Updating Your Computer (page 103)
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... customers in Spanish speaking Latin American countries or areas, or http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/BR/ for customers in Brazil. ❑ Computer (page 105) ❑ System Security (page 112) ❑ Battery (page 113) ❑ Internet (page 115) ❑ Networking (page 117) ❑ Optical Discs (page 120) ❑ Display (page 124) ❑ Printing...
... customers in Spanish speaking Latin American countries or areas, or http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/BR/ for customers in Brazil. ❑ Computer (page 105) ❑ System Security (page 112) ❑ Battery (page 113) ❑ Internet (page 115) ❑ Networking (page 117) ❑ Optical Discs (page 120) ❑ Display (page 124) ❑ Printing...
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...the supplied Sony AC adapter. n 105 N Troubleshooting Computer What should I do not use only genuine Sony rechargeable battery packs and AC adapter, which are supplied by Sony for more information. ❑ Disconnect the AC adapter and remove the battery pack. ...Make sure the power indicator shows the power is plugged into a power source and turned on. ❑ If you may cause your computer is empty. ❑ If your VAIO...
...the supplied Sony AC adapter. n 105 N Troubleshooting Computer What should I do not use only genuine Sony rechargeable battery packs and AC adapter, which are supplied by Sony for more information. ❑ Disconnect the AC adapter and remove the battery pack. ...Make sure the power indicator shows the power is plugged into a power source and turned on. ❑ If you may cause your computer is empty. ❑ If your VAIO...
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...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 138) or visit the Sony online support Web site. Then reinstall the battery pack, plug in the AC adapter, and turn ...on your computer again. 2 If your computer screen still stays blank, unplug the AC adapter, remove the battery pack, and leave 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 138) or visit the Sony online support Web site. Then reinstall the battery pack, plug in the AC adapter, and turn ...on your computer again. 2 If your computer screen still stays blank, unplug the AC adapter, remove the battery pack, and leave the ...