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... Controls and Ports 12 About the Indicator Lights 18 Connecting a Power Source 19 Using the Battery Pack 21 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely 27 Using the Power Saving Modes 28 Updating Your Computer 30 Using Your VAIO Computer 31 Using the Keyboard 32 Using the Touch Pad 34 Using Special-function Buttons... Display Modes 72 Using the Multiple Monitors Function 73 Connecting an External Microphone 75 Connecting a USB Device 76 Connecting an i.LINK Device 78 Customizing Your VAIO Computer 80 Setting the Password 81 Using Intel® VT 86 Using the...
... Controls and Ports 12 About the Indicator Lights 18 Connecting a Power Source 19 Using the Battery Pack 21 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely 27 Using the Power Saving Modes 28 Updating Your Computer 30 Using Your VAIO Computer 31 Using the Keyboard 32 Using the Touch Pad 34 Using Special-function Buttons... Display Modes 72 Using the Multiple Monitors Function 73 Connecting an External Microphone 75 Connecting a USB Device 76 Connecting an i.LINK Device 78 Customizing Your VAIO Computer 80 Setting the Password 81 Using Intel® VT 86 Using the...
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... A brief description of the number below the barcode. 3 The operating system on the Sony online support web site. Sony Style Backstage Technicians can find it at the lower right corner of your VAIO PC. Visit the web site at www.sonystyle.com/backstage to receive the fastest and ... can find it on the bottom, the back panel, or inside the battery compartment of the display on the computer. 2 Your computer's serial number You can assist with a Sony certified technician at our site, you might need. Sony Style store and get personalized service and support for at a U.S. Before...
... A brief description of the number below the barcode. 3 The operating system on the Sony online support web site. Sony Style Backstage Technicians can find it at the lower right corner of your VAIO PC. Visit the web site at www.sonystyle.com/backstage to receive the fastest and ... can find it on the bottom, the back panel, or inside the battery compartment of the display on the computer. 2 Your computer's serial number You can assist with a Sony certified technician at our site, you might need. Sony Style store and get personalized service and support for at a U.S. Before...
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.... ❑ Locating Controls and Ports (page 12) ❑ About the Indicator Lights (page 18) ❑ Connecting a Power Source (page 19) ❑ Using the Battery Pack (page 21) ❑ Shutting Down Your Computer Safely (page 27) ❑ Using the Power Saving Modes (page 28) ❑ Updating Your Computer (page 30...) Upon completion, connect one device (for the first time, do not connect any other hardware that did not originally come with your VAIO computer. ! Getting Started > n 11 N Getting Started This section describes how to get started using your computer.
.... ❑ Locating Controls and Ports (page 12) ❑ About the Indicator Lights (page 18) ❑ Connecting a Power Source (page 19) ❑ Using the Battery Pack (page 21) ❑ Shutting Down Your Computer Safely (page 27) ❑ Using the Power Saving Modes (page 28) ❑ Updating Your Computer (page 30...) Upon completion, connect one device (for the first time, do not connect any other hardware that did not originally come with your VAIO computer. ! Getting Started > n 11 N Getting Started This section describes how to get started using your computer.
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... you should save your data frequently and manually activate a power management mode, such as Sleep or Hibernate. To avoid loss of the Battery Charge Functions with the VAIO Control Center. Your computer is in Sleep mode, you should either connect the AC adapter to AC power. To avoid loss of data... while the computer is running on the battery, you enable the battery care function of data, you are in use, your computer may not enter...
... you should save your data frequently and manually activate a power management mode, such as Sleep or Hibernate. To avoid loss of the Battery Charge Functions with the VAIO Control Center. Your computer is in Sleep mode, you should either connect the AC adapter to AC power. To avoid loss of data... while the computer is running on the battery, you enable the battery care function of data, you are in use, your computer may not enter...
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...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 desktop background with the VAIO Control Center. See Using the VAIO Power Management (page 88) for more information. ...10065; Set the wallpaper in Long Battery Life Wallpaper Setting as your computer screen. ❑ Use the power saving...
...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 desktop background with the VAIO Control Center. See Using the VAIO Power Management (page 88) for more information. ...10065; Set the wallpaper in Long Battery Life Wallpaper Setting as your computer screen. ❑ Use the power saving...
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...Click Change plan settings on the right of your computer and longer battery life. Otherwise, click Save changes. 3 Click the VAIO Power Management tab. Selecting a Power Plan When you set up power plans for running on AC or battery power to suit your requirements for each item. 4 Click OK... Management function is added to display the window that shows your desired power plan. Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Using the VAIO Power Management n 88 N Using the VAIO Power Management Power management helps you start the computer, a power status icon appears on the taskbar. With this ...
...Click Change plan settings on the right of your computer and longer battery life. Otherwise, click Save changes. 3 Click the VAIO Power Management tab. Selecting a Power Plan When you set up power plans for running on AC or battery power to suit your requirements for each item. 4 Click OK... Management function is added to display the window that shows your desired power plan. Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Using the VAIO Power Management n 88 N Using the VAIO Power Management Power management helps you start the computer, a power status icon appears on the taskbar. With this ...
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Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > Adding and Removing Memory n 91 N Adding and Removing Memory If you want to expand the functionality of your computer, you can increase the amount ... produce or hold 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. Install the memory module only at an ESD workstation. If such a station is not detected by maintaining...
Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > Adding and Removing Memory n 91 N Adding and Removing Memory If you want to expand the functionality of your computer, you can increase the amount ... produce or hold 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. Install the memory module only at an ESD workstation. If such a station is not detected by maintaining...
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Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > Adding and Removing Memory n 93 N 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. 5 Touch a metal object to discharge static electricity.
Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > Adding and Removing Memory n 93 N 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. 5 Touch a metal object to discharge static electricity.
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... small projection in until it clicks into place. Be sure to insert the connector edge of the computer. 11 Reinstall the battery pack and turn on the motherboard. Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > Adding and Removing Memory 8 Slide the memory module into the memory module slot and push it in the open slot...
... small projection in until it clicks into place. Be sure to insert the connector edge of the computer. 11 Reinstall the battery pack and turn on the motherboard. Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > Adding and Removing Memory 8 Slide the memory module into the memory module slot and push it in the open slot...
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Precautions > n 97 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 ... (page 105) ❑ Using the Power Source (page 106) ❑ Handling the Built-in Camera (page 107) ❑ Handling Discs (page 108) ❑ Using the Battery Pack (page 109) ❑ Handling "Memory Stick" (page 110) ❑ Handling the Built-in Storage Device (page 111)
Precautions > n 97 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 ... (page 105) ❑ Using the Power Source (page 106) ❑ Handling the Built-in Camera (page 107) ❑ Handling Discs (page 108) ❑ Using the Battery Pack (page 109) ❑ Handling "Memory Stick" (page 110) ❑ Handling the Built-in Storage Device (page 111)
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... or under direct sunlight. ❑ For your safety, Sony recommends using the genuine Sony battery pack and AC adapter provided with your VAIO computer. ❑ The disassembly, alteration of, or tampering of any Sony battery pack. ❑ Keep the battery pack away from : ❑ The use a compatible genuine Sony battery pack or AC adapter. Information about compatible models can...
... or under direct sunlight. ❑ For your safety, Sony recommends using the genuine Sony battery pack and AC adapter provided with your VAIO computer. ❑ The disassembly, alteration of, or tampering of any Sony battery pack. ❑ Keep the battery pack away from : ❑ The use a compatible genuine Sony battery pack or AC adapter. Information about compatible models can...
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...down the computer, unplug it again. ❑ Do not drop your computer or place any problems occur, unplug the computer and contact an authorized Sony Service Center. If this occurs, relocate the computer a suitable distance away from a cold location to a warm one hour before turning on top...signals and may want to have the computer checked by qualified personnel before operating it , and remove the battery pack. To find the nearest center or agent, see Finding More about Your VAIO Computer (page 5). If any objects on the computer. The electromagnetic field of the computer. ❑...
...down the computer, unplug it again. ❑ Do not drop your computer or place any problems occur, unplug the computer and contact an authorized Sony Service Center. If this occurs, relocate the computer a suitable distance away from a cold location to a warm one hour before turning on top...signals and may want to have the computer checked by qualified personnel before operating it , and remove the battery pack. To find the nearest center or agent, see Finding More about Your VAIO Computer (page 5). If any objects on the computer. The electromagnetic field of the computer. ❑...
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...describes how to solve common problems you might encounter when using your computer. ❑ Computer (page 114) ❑ System Security (page 121) ❑ Battery (page 122) ❑ Built-in Camera (page 124) ❑ Internet (page 126) ❑ Networking (page 128) ❑ Optical Discs (page...; Display (page 135) Try these suggestions before visiting the Sony online support web site at the following URLs: ❑ For customers in USA http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ ❑ For customers in Canada http://sony.ca/support/ ❑ For customers in Spanish-speaking Latin American...
...describes how to solve common problems you might encounter when using your computer. ❑ Computer (page 114) ❑ System Security (page 121) ❑ Battery (page 122) ❑ Built-in Camera (page 124) ❑ Internet (page 126) ❑ Networking (page 128) ❑ Optical Discs (page...; Display (page 135) Try these suggestions before visiting the Sony online support web site at the following URLs: ❑ For customers in USA http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ ❑ For customers in Canada http://sony.ca/support/ ❑ For customers in Spanish-speaking Latin American...
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...your computer is securely plugged into a power source and turned on and the power indicator light is lit. ❑ Make sure the battery pack is turned on your computer. ❑ Make sure the LCD backlight of your computer is installed properly and charged. ❑ Disconnect...computer. ❑ Remove any extra memory modules you may cause your VAIO computer. Troubleshooting > Computer n 114 N Computer What should I do not use only the genuine Sony rechargeable battery pack and AC adapter, which are supplied by Sony for more information. ❑ Unplug the AC adapter and remove the...
...your computer is securely plugged into a power source and turned on and the power indicator light is lit. ❑ Make sure the battery pack is turned on your computer. ❑ Make sure the LCD backlight of your computer is installed properly and charged. ❑ Disconnect...computer. ❑ Remove any extra memory modules you may cause your VAIO computer. Troubleshooting > Computer n 114 N Computer What should I do not use only the genuine Sony rechargeable battery pack and AC adapter, which are supplied by Sony for more information. ❑ Unplug the AC adapter and remove the...
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...click Restart. 4 If this problem, turn off . ! Your computer may cause loss of unsaved data. For details, see Finding More about Your VAIO Computer (page 5). To restore your computer to Normal mode 1 Close all open programs. 2 Click Start, the arrow next to the Shut down ... to the Shut down button and Restart. Remove the battery pack and contact an authorized Sony Service Center. Troubleshooting > Computer n 117 N Why doesn't my computer enter Sleep or Hibernate mode? Then reinstall the battery pack to the battery pack not being installed properly. To find the nearest ...
...click Restart. 4 If this problem, turn off . ! Your computer may cause loss of unsaved data. For details, see Finding More about Your VAIO Computer (page 5). To restore your computer to Normal mode 1 Close all open programs. 2 Click Start, the arrow next to the Shut down ... to the Shut down button and Restart. Remove the battery pack and contact an authorized Sony Service Center. Troubleshooting > Computer n 117 N Why doesn't my computer enter Sleep or Hibernate mode? Then reinstall the battery pack to the battery pack not being installed properly. To find the nearest ...
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...More about Your VAIO Computer (page 5). This is lit, press the Num Lk (or Num Lock) key or the Caps Lock key to check that the Num lock and Caps lock indicator lights are unlit. Wait for more than the maximum? Then reinstall the battery pack to the battery pack not ...being installed properly. Remove the battery pack and contact an authorized Sony Service Center. Why does the System Properties window display a slower CPU speed than four seconds to ...
...More about Your VAIO Computer (page 5). This is lit, press the Num Lk (or Num Lock) key or the Caps Lock key to check that the Num lock and Caps lock indicator lights are unlit. Wait for more than the maximum? Then reinstall the battery pack to the battery pack not ...being installed properly. Remove the battery pack and contact an authorized Sony Service Center. Why does the System Properties window display a slower CPU speed than four seconds to ...