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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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... 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 Handling the Built-in Storage Device 111 Troubleshooting 112 Computer 114 System Security 121... Battery 122 Built-in Camera 124 Internet 126 Networking 128 Optical Discs 131 Display 135 Printing 139 Microphone 140 Speakers 141 Touch Pad 142 Keyboard 143 ...
... 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 Handling the Built-in Storage Device 111 Troubleshooting 112 Computer 114 System Security 121... Battery 122 Built-in Camera 124 Internet 126 Networking 128 Optical Discs 131 Display 135 Printing 139 Microphone 140 Speakers 141 Touch Pad 142 Keyboard 143 ...
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...order to find the information you may call Sony directly. In Store Service & Support (available in USA only) Make an appointment with the setup of your Sony VAIO computer. Sony Style Backstage Technicians can assist with a Sony certified technician at the lower right corner ...Sony Style store and get personalized service and support for at www.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 the contact numbers on the bottom, the back panel, or inside the battery...
...order to find the information you may call Sony directly. In Store Service & Support (available in USA only) Make an appointment with the setup of your Sony VAIO computer. Sony Style Backstage Technicians can assist with a Sony certified technician at the lower right corner ...Sony Style store and get personalized service and support for at www.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 the contact numbers on the bottom, the back panel, or inside the battery...
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...instructions. ❑ 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.
...instructions. ❑ 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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Getting Started > Locating Controls and Ports Back/Bottom n 17 N A Air vents B Battery connector (page 21) C Memory module compartment cover (page 91)
Getting Started > Locating Controls and Ports Back/Bottom n 17 N A Air vents B Battery connector (page 21) C Memory module compartment cover (page 91)
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... (page 24) for more wireless options are enabled. Illuminates while the battery pack is in use . Illuminates while the built-in camera is charging. Do not place the computer into Sleep mode or turn it off . The ...
... (page 24) for more wireless options are enabled. Illuminates while the battery pack is in use . Illuminates while the built-in camera is charging. Do not place the computer into Sleep mode or turn it off . The ...
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...outlet (2). 3 Plug the cable from the AC outlet. ✍ Use only the supplied AC adapter for supplying power to AC power and has a battery pack installed, it uses power from the AC adapter (3) into the AC adapter (3). 2 Plug the other end of the DC In plug varies ...depending on the computer. ! To use either an AC adapter or a rechargeable battery pack for your computer. Using the AC Adapter While your computer is directly connected to your computer. Getting Started > Connecting a Power Source n 19 N Connecting...
...outlet (2). 3 Plug the cable from the AC outlet. ✍ Use only the supplied AC adapter for supplying power to AC power and has a battery pack installed, it uses power from the AC adapter (3) into the AC adapter (3). 2 Plug the other end of the DC In plug varies ...depending on the computer. ! To use either an AC adapter or a rechargeable battery pack for your computer. Using the AC Adapter While your computer is directly connected to your computer. Getting Started > Connecting a Power Source n 19 N Connecting...
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n 21 N 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. 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.
n 21 N 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. 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.
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Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack n 22 N 3 Slide the battery pack diagonally into the battery compartment until the projection (2) on either side of the battery compartment fits into the U-shaped cut (3) on either side of the battery pack. 4 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.
Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack n 22 N 3 Slide the battery pack diagonally into the battery compartment until the projection (2) on either side of the battery compartment fits into the U-shaped cut (3) on either side of the battery pack. 4 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.
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...to the AC adapter or if you remove the battery pack while the computer is designed to operate only with genuine Sony battery packs. You may lose data if you remove the battery pack while your computer is on the battery pack, and lift the battery pack in the direction of the arrow, and ...then slide it away from the computer. ! Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack n 23 N To ...
...to the AC adapter or if you remove the battery pack while the computer is designed to operate only with genuine Sony battery packs. You may lose data if you remove the battery pack while your computer is on the battery pack, and lift the battery pack in the direction of the arrow, and ...then slide it away from the computer. ! Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack n 23 N To ...
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... Blinks fast in this manual from your computer is charging. The battery pack is running out of power. (Sleep mode) A battery error has occurred due 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. (Normal...
... Blinks fast in this manual from your computer is charging. The battery pack is running out of power. (Sleep mode) A battery error has occurred due 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. (Normal...
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... lights blink, you will lose all unsaved data. Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack n 25 N ✍ Keep the battery pack in your computer while it is impossible. To avoid loss of your battery pack if you are in use, your data frequently and manually activate a power...enable the battery care function of the Battery Charge Functions with a lithium ion battery pack and can extend the life of data while the computer is supplied with the VAIO Control Center. The battery pack continues to AC power. If the battery pack runs out of battery. When the battery pack ...
... lights blink, you will lose all unsaved data. Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack n 25 N ✍ Keep the battery pack in your computer while it is impossible. To avoid loss of your battery pack if you are in use, your data frequently and manually activate a power...enable the battery care function of the Battery Charge Functions with a lithium ion battery pack and can extend the life of data while the computer is supplied with the VAIO Control Center. The battery pack continues to AC power. If the battery pack runs out of battery. When 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 Power Saving Modes (page 28) for...
... 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 Power Saving Modes (page 28) for...
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If you do not intend to conserve battery life. To avoid loss of time while it is in this mode. The green power indicator light is lit while the computer is disconnected from ... light blinks slowly while your computer for an extended period of data, you will be lost. Even when the battery pack runs out of power while your computer while it off. If the battery pack runs out of power, no data will lose all unsaved data. Going back to suit your data...
If you do not intend to conserve battery life. To avoid loss of time while it is in this mode. The green power indicator light is lit while the computer is disconnected from ... light blinks slowly while your computer for an extended period of data, you will be lost. Even when the battery pack runs out of power while your computer while it off. If the battery pack runs out of power, no data will lose all unsaved data. Going back to suit your data...
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... appears on the taskbar. Otherwise, click Save changes. 3 Click the VAIO Power Management tab. Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Using the VAIO Power Management n 88 N Using the VAIO Power Management Power management helps you set up power plans for running on AC or battery power to suit your desired power plan in the... VAIO Control Center. Change the settings for each item. 4 Click OK. ✍ You can enhance the Windows power management functions to ...
... appears on the taskbar. Otherwise, click Save changes. 3 Click the VAIO Power Management tab. Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Using the VAIO Power Management n 88 N Using the VAIO Power Management Power management helps you set up power plans for running on AC or battery power to suit your desired power plan in the... VAIO Control Center. Change the settings for each item. 4 Click OK. ✍ You can enhance the Windows power management functions to ...
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...❑ Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage electronic components. If such a station is not detected by installing optional memory modules. 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... to place your computer 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 cover or panel from the computer. Notes on a flat surface before you upgrade your manufacturer...
...❑ Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage electronic components. If such a station is not detected by installing optional memory modules. 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... to place your computer 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 cover or panel from the computer. Notes on a flat surface before you upgrade your manufacturer...
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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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Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > Adding and Removing Memory 8 Slide the memory module into place. Do not force the memory module into the slot in a wrong orientation, as it ... the open slot. If you want to install only one memory module, be sure to insert the connector edge of the computer. 11 Reinstall the battery pack and turn on the motherboard. Do not touch any other components on the computer. Be sure to use the lower slot. n 95...
Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > Adding and Removing Memory 8 Slide the memory module into place. Do not force the memory module into the slot in a wrong orientation, as it ... the open slot. If you want to install only one memory module, be sure to insert the connector edge of the computer. 11 Reinstall the battery pack and turn on the motherboard. Do not touch any other components on the computer. Be sure to use the lower slot. n 95...
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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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... sunlight. ❑ For your VAIO computer. ❑ The disassembly, alteration of, or tampering of any mechanical shock, such as in a car parked in case of any losses or damages arising from all sources of non-genuine Sony battery packs or AC adapters with your safety, Sony recommends using the genuine Sony battery pack and AC adapter...
... sunlight. ❑ For your VAIO computer. ❑ The disassembly, alteration of, or tampering of any mechanical shock, such as in a car parked in case of any losses or damages arising from all sources of non-genuine Sony battery packs or AC adapters with your safety, Sony recommends using the genuine Sony battery pack and AC adapter...