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... Considerations ...9 Getting Started ...11 Locating Controls and Ports...12 About the Indicator Lights ...18 Connecting a Power Source ...20 Using the Battery Pack ...21 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...
... Considerations ...9 Getting Started ...11 Locating Controls and Ports...12 About the Indicator Lights ...18 Connecting a Power Source ...20 Using the Battery Pack ...21 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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n4 N Precautions ...104 Handling the LCD Screen ...105 Using the Power Source ...106 Handling Your Computer ...107 Handling the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...109 Handling Floppy Disks ...110 Handling Discs ...111 Using the Battery Pack ...112 Using Headphones ...114 Handling the Memory Stick ...115 Handling the Hard Disk ...116 Updating Your Computer ...117 Troubleshooting ...118 Computer ...120 System Security ...126 Battery...127 Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...129 Internet ...132 Networking ...134 Optical Discs ...137 Display ...141 Printing ...146 Microphone ...147 Mouse ...148
n4 N Precautions ...104 Handling the LCD Screen ...105 Using the Power Source ...106 Handling Your Computer ...107 Handling the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...109 Handling Floppy Disks ...110 Handling Discs ...111 Using the Battery Pack ...112 Using Headphones ...114 Handling the Memory Stick ...115 Handling the Hard Disk ...116 Updating Your Computer ...117 Troubleshooting ...118 Computer ...120 System Security ...126 Battery...127 Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...129 Internet ...132 Networking ...134 Optical Discs ...137 Display ...141 Printing ...146 Microphone ...147 Mouse ...148
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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. ! Be sure to get started using your computer. Before starting your computer for example, a printer, an external hard disk drive, a scanner, and so on... manufacturers' instructions. ❑ Locating Controls and Ports (page 12) ❑ About the Indicator Lights (page 18) ❑ Connecting a Power Source (page 20) ❑ Using the Battery Pack (page 21) ❑ Shutting Down Your Computer Safely (page 29)
... 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. ! Be sure to get started using your computer. Before starting your computer for example, a printer, an external hard disk drive, a scanner, and so on... manufacturers' instructions. ❑ Locating Controls and Ports (page 12) ❑ About the Indicator Lights (page 18) ❑ Connecting a Power Source (page 20) ❑ Using the Battery Pack (page 21) ❑ Shutting Down Your Computer Safely (page 29)
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Bottom n 17 N Getting Started A Battery connector (page 21) B Air vents C Memory module compartment cover (page 100)
Bottom n 17 N Getting Started A Battery connector (page 21) B Air vents C Memory module compartment cover (page 100)
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... indicator is unlit. n 18 N Getting Started About the Indicator Lights Your computer is equipped with all programs. Illuminates while the battery pack is reading or writing data. See Charging the Battery Pack (page 24) for more information. Illuminates when data is read from or written to the Memory Stick in the Memory...
... indicator is unlit. n 18 N Getting Started About the Indicator Lights Your computer is equipped with all programs. Illuminates while the battery pack is reading or writing data. See Charging the Battery Pack (page 24) for more information. Illuminates when data is read from or written to the Memory Stick in the Memory...
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... resuming. Make sure that the AC outlet is easily accessible. n 20 N Getting Started Connecting a Power Source You can use either an AC adapter or a rechargeable battery pack for a long period of time, place the computer into the DC IN port (4) on the AC adapter. ✍ To disconnect your computer. If you...
... resuming. Make sure that the AC outlet is easily accessible. n 20 N Getting Started Connecting a Power Source You can use either an AC adapter or a rechargeable battery pack for a long period of time, place the computer into the DC IN port (4) on the AC adapter. ✍ To disconnect your computer. If you...
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n 21 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 21 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 22 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 22 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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n 23 N Getting Started 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 clicks into the compartment until it uses power from the AC outlet. ! 4 Push the battery pack down into place. This computer is directly connected to operate only with genuine Sony battery packs.
n 23 N Getting Started 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 clicks into the compartment until it uses power from the AC outlet. ! 4 Push the battery pack down into place. This computer is directly connected to operate only with genuine Sony battery packs.
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... functions, the charge indicator turns off. The charge indicator light turns on while the battery pack is running out of delivery. When the battery pack charges close to the computer. Charge the battery pack as described in orange Meaning The battery pack is not fully charged at the time of power. (Normal mode) The...
... functions, the charge indicator turns off. The charge indicator light turns on while the battery pack is running out of delivery. When the battery pack charges close to the computer. Charge the battery pack as described in orange Meaning The battery pack is not fully charged at the time of power. (Normal mode) The...
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...your computer while it is directly connected to AC power. If the battery pack wears out when the computer enters Sleep mode, you should save your computer and install a fully charged battery pack. The battery pack continues to charge while you should save your computer is directly connected... to AC power and has a battery pack installed, it uses power from the AC outlet. Charging a partially discharged battery pack does not affect the life of data when using the computer. When your data frequently and...
...your computer while it is directly connected to AC power. If the battery pack wears out when the computer enters Sleep mode, you should save your computer and install a fully charged battery pack. The battery pack continues to charge while you should save your computer is directly connected... to AC power and has a battery pack installed, it uses power from the AC outlet. Charging a partially discharged battery pack does not affect the life of data when using the computer. When your data frequently and...
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... capacity is low, replace the battery pack with the Battery Charge Functions. To check the battery charge capacity Follow steps 1 to select the Enable Battery Care Function check box in To enable the battery care function above and check detailed information. To enable the battery care function 1 Click Start, All Programs, and VAIO Control Center. 2 Click Power...
... capacity is low, replace the battery pack with the Battery Charge Functions. To check the battery charge capacity Follow steps 1 to select the Enable Battery Care Function check box in To enable the battery care function above and check detailed information. To enable the battery care function 1 Click Start, All Programs, and VAIO Control Center. 2 Click Power...
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n 27 N Getting Started Using the Battery Life Conserving Wallpaper You can conserve your battery life just by setting the specific wallpaper as your desktop background. To set the battery life conserving wallpaper 1 Click Start, All Programs, and VAIO Control Center. 2 Click Display and then Long Battery Life Wallpaper Setting. 3 Click Set Long Battery Life Wallpaper. At the confirmation prompt, click OK.
n 27 N Getting Started Using the Battery Life Conserving Wallpaper You can conserve your battery life just by setting the specific wallpaper as your desktop background. To set the battery life conserving wallpaper 1 Click Start, All Programs, and VAIO Control Center. 2 Click Display and then Long Battery Life Wallpaper Setting. 3 Click Set Long Battery Life Wallpaper. At the confirmation prompt, click OK.
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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 lift 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 lift the battery pack in Sleep mode. n 28 N Getting Started Removing the Battery Pack !
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... is the normal state of the power management setting you should be aware that the computer will automatically enter Hibernate mode if the remaining battery life becomes short, regardless of the computer when it is in this mode. Using Normal Mode This is lit in use. In addition... to conserve battery life. If the battery charge level falls below 10%, you select. ! n 90 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using the Power Saving Modes You can take advantage of the power management settings to the normal...
... is the normal state of the power management setting you should be aware that the computer will automatically enter Hibernate mode if the remaining battery life becomes short, regardless of the computer when it is in this mode. Using Normal Mode This is lit in use. In addition... to conserve battery life. If the battery charge level falls below 10%, you select. ! n 90 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using the Power Saving Modes You can take advantage of the power management settings to the normal...
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...more power than out of data, you do not intend to the Lock button, and Sleep. ✍ When your computer is impossible. If the battery runs down while your computer is disconnected from AC power, place the computer into a low power consumption mode. If you press and hold the power..., you cannot insert a disc. The orange power indicator light blinks slowly in Sleep mode, you will lose all unsaved data. n 91 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using Sleep Mode Sleep mode turns off the LCD screen and places the storage device(s) and the CPU into Hibernate mode or turn off .
...more power than out of data, you do not intend to the Lock button, and Sleep. ✍ When your computer is impossible. If the battery runs down while your computer is disconnected from AC power, place the computer into a low power consumption mode. If you press and hold the power..., you cannot insert a disc. The orange power indicator light blinks slowly in Sleep mode, you will lose all unsaved data. n 91 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using Sleep Mode Sleep mode turns off the LCD screen and places the storage device(s) and the CPU into Hibernate mode or turn off .
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... next to the Lock button, and Hibernate to be lost. Do not move your computer is turned off . Even when the battery runs down and resuming. n 93 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...
... next to the Lock button, and Hibernate to be lost. Do not move your computer is turned off . Even when the battery runs down and resuming. n 93 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...
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... the power status icon on AC or battery power to display the window that time, for power consumption. Selecting a Power Plan When you need to change the power plan settings 1 Click Change plan settings under your desired power plan. Otherwise, click Save changes. 3 Click the VAIO Power Management tab. n 95 N Customizing Your...
... the power status icon on AC or battery power to display the window that time, for power consumption. Selecting a Power Plan When you need to change the power plan settings 1 Click Change plan settings under your desired power plan. Otherwise, click Save changes. 3 Click the VAIO Power Management tab. n 95 N Customizing Your...
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...static electricity (cellophane wrappers, for using and modifying electronic equipment. ❑ Turn off your computer and disconnect it from its power sources (battery pack and AC adapter) and from the computer. Failure to your system. Before you remove any cover or panel from any telecommunication links...memory modules. ❑ Be careful when changing memory. Install the memory module only at an ESD workstation. n 98 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 memory by ...
...static electricity (cellophane wrappers, for using and modifying electronic equipment. ❑ Turn off your computer and disconnect it from its power sources (battery pack and AC adapter) and from the computer. Failure to your system. Before you remove any cover or panel from any telecommunication links...memory modules. ❑ Be careful when changing memory. Install the memory module only at an ESD workstation. n 98 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 memory by ...
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n 100 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 100 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.