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... ...10 Getting Started ...12 Locating Controls and Ports...13 About the Indicator Lights ...19 Connecting a Power Source ...21 Using the Battery Pack ...22 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely ...29 Using Your VAIO Computer ...30 Using the Keyboard ...31 Using the Touch Pad ...32 Using Special-function Buttons ...33 Using the Built-in...
... ...10 Getting Started ...12 Locating Controls and Ports...13 About the Indicator Lights ...19 Connecting a Power Source ...21 Using the Battery Pack ...22 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely ...29 Using Your VAIO Computer ...30 Using the Keyboard ...31 Using the Touch Pad ...32 Using Special-function Buttons ...33 Using the Built-in...
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n4 N Precautions ...101 Handling the LCD Screen ...102 Using the Power Source ...103 Handling Your Computer ...104 Handling the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...106 Handling Floppy Disks ...107 Handling Discs ...108 Using the Battery Pack ...109 Using Headphones ...111 Handling the Memory Stick ...112 Handling the Hard Disk ...113 Updating Your Computer ...114 Troubleshooting ...115 Computer ...117 System Security ...123 Battery...124 Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...126 Internet ...129 Networking ...131 Optical Discs ...134 Display ...138 Printing ...142 Microphone ...143 Mouse ...144
n4 N Precautions ...101 Handling the LCD Screen ...102 Using the Power Source ...103 Handling Your Computer ...104 Handling the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...106 Handling Floppy Disks ...107 Handling Discs ...108 Using the Battery Pack ...109 Using Headphones ...111 Handling the Memory Stick ...112 Handling the Hard Disk ...113 Updating Your Computer ...114 Troubleshooting ...115 Computer ...117 System Security ...123 Battery...124 Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...126 Internet ...129 Networking ...131 Optical Discs ...134 Display ...138 Printing ...142 Microphone ...143 Mouse ...144
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Be sure to get started using your VAIO computer. ! Upon completion, connect one device (for the first time, do not connect any other hardware that did not originally come with only the supplied ... manufacturers' instructions. ❑ Locating Controls and Ports (page 13) ❑ About the Indicator Lights (page 19) ❑ Connecting a Power Source (page 21) ❑ Using the Battery Pack (page 22) ❑ Shutting Down Your Computer Safely (page 29) n 12 N Getting Started Getting Started This section describes how to start up your computer...
Be sure to get started using your VAIO computer. ! Upon completion, connect one device (for the first time, do not connect any other hardware that did not originally come with only the supplied ... manufacturers' instructions. ❑ Locating Controls and Ports (page 13) ❑ About the Indicator Lights (page 19) ❑ Connecting a Power Source (page 21) ❑ Using the Battery Pack (page 22) ❑ Shutting Down Your Computer Safely (page 29) n 12 N Getting Started Getting Started This section describes how to start up your computer...
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Bottom n 18 N Getting Started A Battery connector (page 22) B Air vents C Memory module compartment cover (page 97)
Bottom n 18 N Getting Started A Battery connector (page 22) B Air vents C Memory module compartment cover (page 97)
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... time to turn it off when this indicator is lit.) When the indicator is unlit, the Memory Stick is not in use . See Charging the Battery Pack (page 25) for more information. Illuminates when data is read from or written to deactivate the numeric keypad. Do not place the computer into... Stick slot. (Do not place the computer into Sleep mode or turn it a second time to the Memory Stick in Hibernate mode. Illuminates while the battery pack is unlit. Illuminates when data is read from or written to change how you press the Shift key while the indicator is lit. Press...
... time to turn it off when this indicator is lit.) When the indicator is unlit, the Memory Stick is not in use . See Charging the Battery Pack (page 25) for more information. Illuminates when data is read from or written to deactivate the numeric keypad. Do not place the computer into... Stick slot. (Do not place the computer into Sleep mode or turn it a second time to the Memory Stick in Hibernate mode. Illuminates while the battery pack is unlit. Illuminates when data is read from or written to change how you press the Shift key while the indicator is lit. Press...
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... ✍ Use only the supplied AC adapter for your computer. n 21 N Getting Started Connecting a Power Source You can use either an AC adapter or a rechargeable battery pack for supplying power to the AC adapter (3) into the DC IN port (4) on the computer. ✍ To disconnect your computer for a long period of...
... ✍ Use only the supplied AC adapter for your computer. n 21 N Getting Started Connecting a Power Source You can use either an AC adapter or a rechargeable battery pack for supplying power to the AC adapter (3) into the DC IN port (4) on the computer. ✍ To disconnect your computer for a long period of...
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n 22 N Getting Started Using the Battery Pack The battery pack supplied with your computer is not fully charged at the time of delivery. Installing the Battery Pack To install the battery pack 1 Turn off the computer and close the LCD screen lid. 2 Slide the battery LOCK switch (1) inward.
n 22 N Getting Started Using the Battery Pack The battery pack supplied with your computer is not fully charged at the time of delivery. Installing the Battery Pack To install the battery pack 1 Turn off the computer and close the LCD screen lid. 2 Slide the battery LOCK switch (1) inward.
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n 23 N Getting Started 3 Slide the battery pack diagonally into the battery compartment until the projections (2) on either side of the battery compartment fit into the U-shaped cuts (3) on either side of the battery pack.
n 23 N Getting Started 3 Slide the battery pack diagonally into the battery compartment until the projections (2) on either side of the battery compartment fit into the U-shaped cuts (3) on either side of the battery pack.
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This computer is directly connected to operate only with genuine Sony battery packs. n 24 N Getting Started 4 Rotate the battery pack in the direction of the arrow, and push the battery pack down into the compartment until it clicks into place. 5 Slide the battery LOCK switch outward to secure the battery pack on the computer. ✍ When your computer is designed to AC power and has a battery pack installed, it uses power from the AC outlet. !
This computer is directly connected to operate only with genuine Sony battery packs. n 24 N Getting Started 4 Rotate the battery pack in the direction of the arrow, and push the battery pack down into the compartment until it clicks into place. 5 Slide the battery LOCK switch outward to secure the battery pack on the computer. ✍ When your computer is designed to AC power and has a battery pack installed, it uses power from the AC outlet. !
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... indicator Blinks fast in this manual from your desired maximum charge level, see Using the Battery Charge Functions (page 27). Charge the battery pack as described in orange Meaning The battery pack is not fully charged at the time of delivery. n 25 N Getting Started ...Charging the Battery Pack The battery pack supplied with your computer is charging. When the battery pack charges close to the computer. The battery pack is running out of power. (Normal mode) The battery pack is charging. To select your first battery charge. The charge indicator light...
... indicator Blinks fast in this manual from your desired maximum charge level, see Using the Battery Charge Functions (page 27). Charge the battery pack as described in orange Meaning The battery pack is not fully charged at the time of delivery. n 25 N Getting Started ...Charging the Battery Pack The battery pack supplied with your computer is charging. When the battery pack charges close to the computer. The battery pack is running out of power. (Normal mode) The battery pack is charging. To select your first battery charge. The charge indicator light...
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... AC outlet. To avoid loss of data, you should save your computer may not enter Hibernate mode even when battery life is directly connected to recharge the battery pack or shut down your data frequently. To avoid loss of data when using the computer. When your computer ...can be recharged any time. Your computer is impossible. If the battery pack wears out when the computer enters Sleep mode, you should save your computer and install a fully charged battery pack. n 26 N Getting Started ✍ Keep the battery pack in use, your data frequently and manually activate a power...
... AC outlet. To avoid loss of data, you should save your computer may not enter Hibernate mode even when battery life is directly connected to recharge the battery pack or shut down your data frequently. To avoid loss of data when using the computer. When your computer ...can be recharged any time. Your computer is impossible. If the battery pack wears out when the computer enters Sleep mode, you should save your computer and install a fully charged battery pack. n 26 N Getting Started ✍ Keep the battery pack in use, your data frequently and manually activate a power...
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... battery pack with a new genuine Sony battery pack. If the battery wear level is high, replace the battery pack with the Battery Charge Functions. To check the battery wear level Follow steps 1 and 4 in the right pane. 4 Click Advanced. 5 Select the desired maximum charge level. 6 Click OK. To enable the battery care function 1 Click Start, All Programs, and VAIO...
... battery pack with a new genuine Sony battery pack. If the battery wear level is high, replace the battery pack with the Battery Charge Functions. To check the battery wear level Follow steps 1 and 4 in the right pane. 4 Click Advanced. 5 Select the desired maximum charge level. 6 Click OK. To enable the battery care function 1 Click Start, All Programs, and VAIO...
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You may lose data if you remove the battery pack while your fingertip underneath the tab (3) on and not connected to the AC adapter or if you remove the battery pack while the computer is in the direction of the arrow, and then slide it away from the computer. 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, put your computer is on the battery pack, and turn the battery pack in Sleep mode. n 28 N Getting Started Removing the Battery Pack !
You may lose data if you remove the battery pack while your fingertip underneath the tab (3) on and not connected to the AC adapter or if you remove the battery pack while the computer is in the direction of the arrow, and then slide it away from the computer. 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, put your computer is on the battery pack, and turn the battery pack in Sleep mode. n 28 N Getting Started Removing the Battery Pack !
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...Hibernate. Using Normal Mode This is the normal state of the power management settings to turn off specific devices, your computer and install a fully charged battery pack. In addition to the normal operating mode, which allows you can take advantage of the computer when it is lit in use. n 87 N... Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using the Power Saving Modes You can turn off a specific device such as the LCD screen or the hard disk drive. If the battery charge level falls below 10%, you select. ! The green power indicator light is...
...Hibernate. Using Normal Mode This is the normal state of the power management settings to turn off specific devices, your computer and install a fully charged battery pack. In addition to the normal operating mode, which allows you can take advantage of the computer when it is lit in use. n 87 N... Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using the Power Saving Modes You can turn off a specific device such as the LCD screen or the hard disk drive. If the battery charge level falls below 10%, you select. ! The green power indicator light is...
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To avoid loss of time while it off. n 88 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using Sleep Mode Sleep mode turns off automatically. If you do not intend to the Lock button, and Sleep. ✍ When your computer for a ... power consumption mode. Sleep mode uses more than out of Sleep mode quicker than four seconds, your computer. ! If you cannot insert a disc. If the battery runs down while your data frequently. The orange power indicator light blinks slowly in Sleep mode, you press and hold the power button for more...
To avoid loss of time while it off. n 88 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using Sleep Mode Sleep mode turns off automatically. If you do not intend to the Lock button, and Sleep. ✍ When your computer for a ... power consumption mode. Sleep mode uses more than out of Sleep mode quicker than four seconds, your computer. ! If you cannot insert a disc. If the battery runs down while your data frequently. The orange power indicator light blinks slowly in Sleep mode, you press and hold the power button for more...
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... Hibernate mode. To activate Hibernate mode Press the Fn+F12 keys. Hibernate mode uses less power than Sleep mode to be lost. n 90 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 in this mode..., you the time of time, place the computer into Hibernate mode. ✍ When your computer before its power indicator light turns off . Even when the battery runs down and resuming.
... Hibernate mode. To activate Hibernate mode Press the Fn+F12 keys. Hibernate mode uses less power than Sleep mode to be lost. n 90 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 in this mode..., you the time of time, place the computer into Hibernate mode. ✍ When your computer before its power indicator light turns off . Even when the battery runs down and resuming.
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...exclusively for more information. Change the Sleep mode and display settings as needed. 2 If you set up power plans for running on AC or battery power to change the power plan settings 1 Click Change plan settings under your power status. Change the settings for example, AC power. This ...change the advanced settings, click Change advanced power settings and go to display the window that time, for each item. 4 Click OK. The VAIO Power Management is added to ensure better operation of power source you start the computer, a power status icon appears on the taskbar and select Power...
...exclusively for more information. Change the Sleep mode and display settings as needed. 2 If you set up power plans for running on AC or battery power to change the power plan settings 1 Click Change plan settings under your power status. Change the settings for example, AC power. This ...change the advanced settings, click Change advanced power settings and go to display the window that time, for each item. 4 Click OK. The VAIO Power Management is added to ensure better operation of power source you start the computer, a power status icon appears on the taskbar and select Power...
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n 95 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Adding and Removing Memory If you want to expand the functionality of your computer, you can increase the amount of your memory module. ❑ ... are ready to change the module. Notes on adding/removing memory modules ❑ Be sure to your computer and disconnect it from its power sources (battery pack and AC adapter) and from any telecommunication links, networks, or modems before you remove any cover or panel from ESD. Improper installation of the...
n 95 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Adding and Removing Memory If you want to expand the functionality of your computer, you can increase the amount of your memory module. ❑ ... are ready to change the module. Notes on adding/removing memory modules ❑ Be sure to your computer and disconnect it from its power sources (battery pack and AC adapter) and from any telecommunication links, networks, or modems before you remove any cover or panel from ESD. Improper installation of the...
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n 97 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 about an hour 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.
n 97 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 about an hour 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.
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... of the memory module into the slot while aligning the notch on the module with the small projection in the open slot. n 99 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 8 Slide the memory module into the memory module slot and push it in until it may cause damage to the slot and the module...
... of the memory module into the slot while aligning the notch on the module with the small projection in the open slot. n 99 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 8 Slide the memory module into the memory module slot and push it in until it may cause damage to the slot and the module...