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... 11 Locating Controls and Ports 12 About the Indicator Lights 18 Connecting a Power Source 19 Using the Battery Pack 20 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely 28 Updating Your Computer 29 Using Your VAIO Computer 30 Using the Keyboard 31 Using the Touch Pad 33 Using Special-function Buttons 34 Using the... Modes 72 Using the Multiple Monitors Function 74 Connecting an External Microphone 77 Connecting a USB Device 78 Connecting an i.LINK Device 80 Customizing Your VAIO Computer 82 Setting the Password 83 Using the VAIO Control Center 88 Using the Power Saving Modes 89 Using the...
... 11 Locating Controls and Ports 12 About the Indicator Lights 18 Connecting a Power Source 19 Using the Battery Pack 20 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely 28 Updating Your Computer 29 Using Your VAIO Computer 30 Using the Keyboard 31 Using the Touch Pad 33 Using Special-function Buttons 34 Using the... Modes 72 Using the Multiple Monitors Function 74 Connecting an External Microphone 77 Connecting a USB Device 78 Connecting an i.LINK Device 80 Customizing Your VAIO Computer 82 Setting the Password 83 Using the VAIO Control Center 88 Using the Power Saving Modes 89 Using the...
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n3 N Precautions 103 Handling the LCD Screen 104 Using the Power Source 105 Handling Your Computer 106 Handling the Built-in Camera 109 Handling Discs 110 Using the Battery Pack 111 Using Headphones 113 Handling the Memory Stick 114 Handling the Built-in Storage Device 115 Troubleshooting 116 Computer 118 System Security 125 Battery 126 Built-in Camera 128 Networking 130 Optical Discs 133 Display 137 Printing 143 Microphone 144 Speakers 145 Touch Pad 146 Keyboard 147 Floppy Disks 148 Audio/Video 149 Memory Stick 152 Peripherals 153 Trademarks 154 Notice 156
n3 N Precautions 103 Handling the LCD Screen 104 Using the Power Source 105 Handling Your Computer 106 Handling the Built-in Camera 109 Handling Discs 110 Using the Battery Pack 111 Using Headphones 113 Handling the Memory Stick 114 Handling the Built-in Storage Device 115 Troubleshooting 116 Computer 118 System Security 125 Battery 126 Built-in Camera 128 Networking 130 Optical Discs 133 Display 137 Printing 143 Microphone 144 Speakers 145 Touch Pad 146 Keyboard 147 Floppy Disks 148 Audio/Video 149 Memory Stick 152 Peripherals 153 Trademarks 154 Notice 156
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...not find the information you are looking for your new VAIO PC, system optimization, data rescue, and any repair service you may call Sony directly. In order to find it on the bottom, the back panel, or inside the battery compartment of the number below the barcode. 3 The ....sonystyle.com/backstage to receive the fastest and most efficient services, have the following information readily available: 1 Your VAIO computer model You can find it at a U.S. Sony Style Backstage Technicians can find the contact numbers on your computer 4 The hardware component or the software program that ...
...not find the information you are looking for your new VAIO PC, system optimization, data rescue, and any repair service you may call Sony directly. In order to find it on the bottom, the back panel, or inside the battery compartment of the number below the barcode. 3 The ....sonystyle.com/backstage to receive the fastest and most efficient services, have the following information readily available: 1 Your VAIO computer model You can find it at a U.S. Sony Style Backstage Technicians can find the contact numbers on your computer 4 The hardware component or the software program that ...
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... manufacturers' instructions. ❑ Locating Controls and Ports (page 12) ❑ About the Indicator Lights (page 18) ❑ Connecting a Power Source (page 19) ❑ Using the Battery Pack (page 20) ❑ Shutting Down Your Computer Safely (page 28) ❑ Updating Your Computer (page 29) Before starting your computer. Be sure to get...
... manufacturers' instructions. ❑ Locating Controls and Ports (page 12) ❑ About the Indicator Lights (page 18) ❑ Connecting a Power Source (page 19) ❑ Using the Battery Pack (page 20) ❑ Shutting Down Your Computer Safely (page 28) ❑ Updating Your Computer (page 29) Before starting your computer. Be sure to get...
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Getting Started > Locating Controls and Ports Back/Bottom n 17 N A Air vents B Battery connector (page 20) C Memory module compartment cover (page 97)
Getting Started > Locating Controls and Ports Back/Bottom n 17 N A Air vents B Battery connector (page 20) C Memory module compartment cover (page 97)
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... indicator is in Sleep mode, and turns off when the computer is off when this indicator is being read or write data. See Charging the Battery Pack (page 23) for more wireless options are enabled. Illuminates while the built-in Hibernate mode. Press it off or in storage device or the... in use . Normal typing resumes when the Caps lock indicator is charging. Press the Caps Lock key to activate the numeric keypad. Illuminates while the battery pack is unlit. Do not place the computer into Sleep mode or turn off when this indicator is lit.) When the indicator is unlit, the...
... indicator is in Sleep mode, and turns off when the computer is off when this indicator is being read or write data. See Charging the Battery Pack (page 23) for more wireless options are enabled. Illuminates while the built-in Hibernate mode. Press it off or in storage device or the... in use . Normal typing resumes when the Caps lock indicator is charging. Press the Caps Lock key to activate the numeric keypad. Illuminates while the battery pack is unlit. Do not place the computer into Sleep mode or turn off when this indicator is lit.) When the indicator is unlit, the...
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.... If you do not intend to your computer. Getting Started > Connecting a Power Source Connecting a Power Source You can use either an AC adapter or a rechargeable battery pack for supplying power to use the AC adapter 1 Plug one end of the power cord (1) into Hibernate mode. Using the AC Adapter ✍ Use...
.... If you do not intend to your computer. Getting Started > Connecting a Power Source Connecting a Power Source You can use either an AC adapter or a rechargeable battery pack for supplying power to use the AC adapter 1 Plug one end of the power cord (1) into Hibernate mode. Using the AC Adapter ✍ Use...
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n 20 N Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack 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 20 N Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack 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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Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack n 21 N 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.
Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack n 21 N 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 22 N 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 place. Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack 4 Push the battery pack down into the compartment until it uses power from the AC outlet. !
This computer is directly connected to operate only with genuine Sony battery packs. n 22 N 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 place. Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack 4 Push the battery pack down into the compartment until it uses power from the AC outlet. !
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... manual from your desired maximum charge level, see Using the Battery Charge Functions (page 25). To charge the battery pack 1 Install the battery pack. 2 Connect the computer to a failed battery pack or an unlocked battery pack. ! Charge the battery pack as described in orange Meaning The battery pack is not fully charged at the time of power...
... manual from your desired maximum charge level, see Using the Battery Charge Functions (page 25). To charge the battery pack 1 Install the battery pack. 2 Connect the computer to a failed battery pack or an unlocked battery pack. ! Charge the battery pack as described in orange Meaning The battery pack is not fully charged at the time of power...
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...level falls below 10%, you should either connect the AC adapter to AC power. While some software applications or peripheral devices are using battery power, you should save your data frequently. To avoid loss of data, you should save your data frequently and manually activate a... power management mode, such as Sleep or Hibernate. Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack n 24 N ✍ Keep the battery pack in use, your computer and install a fully charged battery pack. To avoid loss of battery. Going back to charge while you will lose all unsaved data. The...
...level falls below 10%, you should either connect the AC adapter to AC power. While some software applications or peripheral devices are using battery power, you should save your data frequently. To avoid loss of data, you should save your data frequently and manually activate a... power management mode, such as Sleep or Hibernate. Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack n 24 N ✍ Keep the battery pack in use, your computer and install a fully charged battery pack. To avoid loss of battery. Going back to charge while you will lose all unsaved data. The...
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... with a new genuine Sony battery pack. To enable the battery care function 1 Click Start, All Programs, and VAIO Control Center. 2 Click Power Management and then Battery Charge Functions. 3 Click Advanced. 4 Click to 3 in To enable the battery care function above and check detailed information. Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack n 25 N Using the Battery Charge Functions You can...
... with a new genuine Sony battery pack. To enable the battery care function 1 Click Start, All Programs, and VAIO Control Center. 2 Click Power Management and then Battery Charge Functions. 3 Click Advanced. 4 Click to 3 in To enable the battery care function above and check detailed information. Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack n 25 N Using the Battery Charge Functions You can...
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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 26 N Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack 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 26 N Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack Using the Battery Life Conserving Wallpaper You can conserve your battery life just by setting the specific wallpaper as your desktop background.
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...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 fingertip underneath the tab (3) on and not connected to the AC adapter or if you remove the battery pack while your computer is in the direction of the... arrow, and then slide it away from the computer. Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack n 27 N Removing the Battery Pack ! You may lose data if you remove the battery pack while the computer is ...
...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 fingertip underneath the tab (3) on and not connected to the AC adapter or if you remove the battery pack while your computer is in the direction of the... arrow, and then slide it away from the computer. Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack n 27 N Removing the Battery Pack ! You may lose data if you remove the battery pack while the computer is ...
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... becomes short, regardless of the power management settings to conserve battery life. In addition to recharge the battery pack or shut down your computer has two distinct power saving modes: Sleep and Hibernate. Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Using the Power Saving Modes n 89 N Using the Power Saving Modes You can take advantage of...
... becomes short, regardless of the power management settings to conserve battery life. In addition to recharge the battery pack or shut down your computer has two distinct power saving modes: Sleep and Hibernate. Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Using the Power Saving Modes n 89 N Using the Power Saving Modes You can take advantage of...
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If the battery runs out of time while it is in Sleep mode, you will lose all unsaved data. To return to the Lock button, and Sleep. ✍ ... in storage device(s) and the CPU into Hibernate mode or turn off . If you should save your computer will lose all unsaved data. Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Using the Power Saving Modes n 90 N Using Sleep Mode Sleep mode turns off the LCD screen and places the built-in this mode. ! Sleep...
If the battery runs out of time while it is in Sleep mode, you will lose all unsaved data. To return to the Lock button, and Sleep. ✍ ... in storage device(s) and the CPU into Hibernate mode or turn off . If you should save your computer will lose all unsaved data. Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Using the Power Saving Modes n 90 N Using Sleep Mode Sleep mode turns off the LCD screen and places the built-in this mode. ! Sleep...
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... your computer before its power indicator light turns off . Do not move your computer is turned off . Even when the battery runs out of power, no data will be activated. Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Using the Power Saving Modes n 92 N Using Hibernate Mode In Hibernate mode, the state of the system is...
... your computer before its power indicator light turns off . Do not move your computer is turned off . Even when the battery runs out of power, no data will be activated. Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Using the Power Saving Modes n 92 N Using Hibernate Mode In Hibernate mode, the state of the system is...
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...the power plan settings 1 Click Change plan settings under your computer and longer battery life. Change the settings for power consumption. Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Using the VAIO Power Management n 94 N Using the VAIO Power Management Power management helps you set up power plans for running on AC... or battery power to suit your requirements for each item. 4 Click OK. ...
...the power plan settings 1 Click Change plan settings under your computer and longer battery life. Change the settings for power consumption. Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Using the VAIO Power Management n 94 N Using the VAIO Power Management Power management helps you set up power plans for running on AC... or battery power to suit your requirements for each item. 4 Click OK. ...
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... (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 any telecommunication links, networks, or modems before adding or removing memory modules. ❑ Be careful...are compatible with your computer. Ground yourself by maintaining contact with the safety practice and regulatory compliance requirements for example). Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > Adding and Removing Memory n 97 N Adding and Removing Memory If you want to expand the functionality of your computer...
... (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 any telecommunication links, networks, or modems before adding or removing memory modules. ❑ Be careful...are compatible with your computer. Ground yourself by maintaining contact with the safety practice and regulatory compliance requirements for example). Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > Adding and Removing Memory n 97 N Adding and Removing Memory If you want to expand the functionality of your computer...