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n3 N Precautions 97 Safety Information 98 Care and Maintenance Information 102 Handling Your Computer 103 Handling the LCD Screen 105 Using the Power Source 106 Handling the Built-in Camera 107 Handling Discs 108 Using the Battery Pack 109 Handling "Memory Stick 110 ...
n3 N Precautions 97 Safety Information 98 Care and Maintenance Information 102 Handling Your Computer 103 Handling the LCD Screen 105 Using the Power Source 106 Handling the Built-in Camera 107 Handling Discs 108 Using the Battery Pack 109 Handling "Memory Stick 110 ...
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Getting Started > Locating Controls and Ports A WEB button (page 35), (page 36) B Muting (S1) button (page 35) C DISPLAY OFF button (page 35) D Num lock indicator (page 18) E Caps lock indicator (page 18) F Scroll lock indicator (page 18) G Power button H LCD screen (page 105) I Built-in speakers (stereo) J Keyboard (page 32) K Touch pad (page 34) L Left button (page 34) M Right button (page 34) n 14 N
Getting Started > Locating Controls and Ports A WEB button (page 35), (page 36) B Muting (S1) button (page 35) C DISPLAY OFF button (page 35) D Num lock indicator (page 18) E Caps lock indicator (page 18) F Scroll lock indicator (page 18) G Power button H LCD screen (page 105) I Built-in speakers (stereo) J Keyboard (page 32) K Touch pad (page 34) L Left button (page 34) M Right button (page 34) n 14 N
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n 21 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/Removing 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 Using the Battery Pack The battery pack supplied with your computer is not fully charged at the time of delivery. Installing/Removing 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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... pack ! You may lose data if you remove the battery pack while your computer is in Sleep mode. 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 fingertip underneath the tab (3) on ...and not connected to operate only with genuine Sony battery packs. This computer is designed to the AC adapter or if you remove the battery pack while the computer is on the battery pack...
... pack ! You may lose data if you remove the battery pack while your computer is in Sleep mode. 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 fingertip underneath the tab (3) on ...and not connected to operate only with genuine Sony battery packs. This computer is designed to the AC adapter or if you remove the battery pack while the computer is on the battery pack...
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... Management (page 88) for more information. ❑ Set the wallpaper in Long Battery Life Wallpaper Setting as your desktop background with the VAIO Control Center. Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack n 26 N Extending Your Battery Life When your computer is running on the Power Options. See Using the ...) for more information. ❑ Change the power saving settings on battery power, you can extend your battery life using the following methods. ❑ Decrease the LCD brightness of your computer screen. ❑ Use the power saving mode.
... Management (page 88) for more information. ❑ Set the wallpaper in Long Battery Life Wallpaper Setting as your desktop background with the VAIO Control Center. Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack n 26 N Extending Your Battery Life When your computer is running on the Power Options. See Using the ...) for more information. ❑ Change the power saving settings on battery power, you can extend your battery life using the following methods. ❑ Decrease the LCD brightness of your computer screen. ❑ Use the power saving mode.
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Going back to conserve battery life. Sleep mode turns off the LCD screen and places the built-in Sleep mode, you will be lost. The power indicator light is unlit while your computer is in storage device(s) ...
Going back to conserve battery life. Sleep mode turns off the LCD screen and places the built-in Sleep mode, you will be lost. The power indicator light is unlit while your computer is in storage device(s) ...
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... brightness control Fn + /T (F7): display output Function Turns on your computer while an external display is finished launching. Changes the LCD brightness of your computer screen, an external display, simultaneous output to both, and multiple displays with the Fn Key ✍ Some keyboard...output between your computer screen. Changes the volume level. Combinations and Functions with both that perform model-specific tasks. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard n 32 N Using the Keyboard Your keyboard has additional keys that function as the display output destination...
... brightness control Fn + /T (F7): display output Function Turns on your computer while an external display is finished launching. Changes the LCD brightness of your computer screen, an external display, simultaneous output to both, and multiple displays with the Fn Key ✍ Some keyboard...output between your computer screen. Changes the volume level. Combinations and Functions with both that perform model-specific tasks. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard n 32 N Using the Keyboard Your keyboard has additional keys that function as the display output destination...
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... is not functional while the computer is off, the WEB button activates the Quick Web Access function and launches the web browser used with the VAIO Control Center, the button works only as a mouse. Even if you use specific functions of the following: - To turn on the touch ... While the Quick Web Access function is activated. Press any special-function button. - Slide your finger on the LCD backlight with the VAIO Control Center. You cannot turn on and off the LCD backlight. Turns off . ! While the computer is in Normal mode, the WEB button launches the web browser ...
... is not functional while the computer is off, the WEB button activates the Quick Web Access function and launches the web browser used with the VAIO Control Center, the button works only as a mouse. Even if you use specific functions of the following: - To turn on the touch ... While the Quick Web Access function is activated. Press any special-function button. - Slide your finger on the LCD backlight with the VAIO Control Center. You cannot turn on and off the LCD backlight. Turns off . ! While the computer is in Normal mode, the WEB button launches the web browser ...
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... N Precautions This section describes safety guidelines and precautions to help you protect your VAIO computer from potential damage. ❑ Safety Information (page 98) ❑ Care and Maintenance Information (page 102) ❑ Handling Your Computer (page 103) ❑ Handling the LCD Screen (page 105) ❑ Using the Power Source (page 106) ❑ Handling...
... N Precautions This section describes safety guidelines and precautions to help you protect your VAIO computer from potential damage. ❑ Safety Information (page 98) ❑ Care and Maintenance Information (page 102) ❑ Handling Your Computer (page 103) ❑ Handling the LCD Screen (page 105) ❑ Using the Power Source (page 106) ❑ Handling...
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If the cover is extremely dirty, wipe it to wipe the surface of the LCD screen. Do not use it off any remaining moisture with a soft dry cloth. Rubbing the surface could damage the screen. Wipe off with a dry soft ... as benzine, thinner, alcohol, commercially available cleaners, or anti-static spray) which may damage the finish of the built-in camera with a mild detergent solution. LCD Screen Use a soft, dry cloth to wipe the surface from the center out.
If the cover is extremely dirty, wipe it to wipe the surface of the LCD screen. Do not use it off any remaining moisture with a soft dry cloth. Rubbing the surface could damage the screen. Wipe off with a dry soft ... as benzine, thinner, alcohol, commercially available cleaners, or anti-static spray) which may damage the finish of the built-in camera with a mild detergent solution. LCD Screen Use a soft, dry cloth to wipe the surface from the center out.
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... open , be sensitive to pressure or added stress, and exerting pressure may be sure to hold the base with one hand and gently lift the LCD screen lid with both hands. ❑ Use a carrying case specially designed to malfunction. To carry the computer with the lid open the computer, hold ... n 104 N ❑ To avoid losing data when your computer is damaged, back up your data regularly. ❑ Do not exert pressure on the LCD screen or its edges when opening the LCD screen lid or lifting your computer. The LCD screen may damage the screen or cause it to carry your computer.
... open , be sensitive to pressure or added stress, and exerting pressure may be sure to hold the base with one hand and gently lift the LCD screen lid with both hands. ❑ Use a carrying case specially designed to malfunction. To carry the computer with the lid open the computer, hold ... n 104 N ❑ To avoid losing data when your computer is damaged, back up your data regularly. ❑ Do not exert pressure on the LCD screen or its edges when opening the LCD screen lid or lifting your computer. The LCD screen may damage the screen or cause it to carry your computer.
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.... ❑ A residual image may , however, see tiny black points and/or bright points (red, blue, or green) that continuously appear on the LCD screen lid with the lid closed as this may produce a residual image on it . This could cause a damage. ❑ Using your computer near a... high-precision technology. You can use a screen saver to the settings. ❑ Do not exert pressure on the LCD screen. This could damage the LCD screen. Sony assumes no liability for selection, as it may scratch the LCD screen or soil it . The residual image disappears after a while.
.... ❑ A residual image may , however, see tiny black points and/or bright points (red, blue, or green) that continuously appear on the LCD screen lid with the lid closed as this may produce a residual image on it . This could cause a damage. ❑ Using your computer near a... high-precision technology. You can use a screen saver to the settings. ❑ Do not exert pressure on the LCD screen. This could damage the LCD screen. Sony assumes no liability for selection, as it may scratch the LCD screen or soil it . The residual image disappears after a while.
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... supply (UPS), make sure the power strip or UPS is plugged into a power source and turned on. ❑ If you are supplied by Sony for more information. ❑ Unplug the AC adapter and remove the battery pack. Reinstall the battery pack, plug the AC adapter, and then press... For your safety, use the computer for at least one hour. ❑ Check that came with your display for your VAIO computer. To turn on your computer. ❑ Make sure the LCD backlight of your computer is turned on. Troubleshooting > Computer n 114 N Computer What should I do not use only the...
... supply (UPS), make sure the power strip or UPS is plugged into a power source and turned on. ❑ If you are supplied by Sony for more information. ❑ Unplug the AC adapter and remove the battery pack. Reinstall the battery pack, plug the AC adapter, and then press... For your safety, use the computer for at least one hour. ❑ Check that came with your display for your VAIO computer. To turn on your computer. ❑ Make sure the LCD backlight of your computer is turned on. Troubleshooting > Computer n 114 N Computer What should I do not use only the...
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Then plug the AC adapter and turn on but my screen remains blank? ❑ Make sure the LCD backlight of unsaved data. next to the Shut down ❑ If this procedure does not work , click Start, the arrow next to restart your computer. ...+Delete keys or the power button may have occurred. ❑ If the Alt+F4 keys do if the green power indicator light turns on the LCD backlight, see Using Special-function Buttons (page 35). ❑ Press the Alt+F4 keys several times to close the application window. If the Windows Security...
Then plug the AC adapter and turn on but my screen remains blank? ❑ Make sure the LCD backlight of unsaved data. next to the Shut down ❑ If this procedure does not work , click Start, the arrow next to restart your computer. ...+Delete keys or the power button may have occurred. ❑ If the Alt+F4 keys do if the green power indicator light turns on the LCD backlight, see Using Special-function Buttons (page 35). ❑ Press the Alt+F4 keys several times to close the application window. If the Windows Security...
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...computer is securely plugged into Normal mode. See Using the Power Saving Modes (page 28) for more information. ❑ The LCD backlight of your computer is running on the LCD backlight, see Using Special-function Buttons (page 35). See Combinations and Functions with the Fn Key (page 32) for more ...information. ❑ If the display output is in LCD (Video) Sleep mode, press any key to the external display, press the Fn+F7 keys. To turn on battery power, make sure the battery ...
...computer is securely plugged into Normal mode. See Using the Power Saving Modes (page 28) for more information. ❑ The LCD backlight of your computer is running on the LCD backlight, see Using Special-function Buttons (page 35). See Combinations and Functions with the Fn Key (page 32) for more ...information. ❑ If the display output is in LCD (Video) Sleep mode, press any key to the external display, press the Fn+F7 keys. To turn on battery power, make sure the battery ...
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... my screen is disconnected, you can check the total amount of your computer. The displayed value may be different from the actual amount of the LCD screen. Troubleshooting > Display n 137 N Why doesn't my screen display a video? ❑ If the display output is directed to the external display and the external display...
... my screen is disconnected, you can check the total amount of your computer. The displayed value may be different from the actual amount of the LCD screen. Troubleshooting > Display n 137 N Why doesn't my screen display a video? ❑ If the display output is directed to the external display and the external display...