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Getting Started > Locating Controls and Ports Front n 13 N A Built-in microphone (monaural) B Built-in MOTION EYE camera indicator (page 18) C Built-in MOTION EYE camera (page 38) D WIRELESS switch (page 61) E WIRELESS indicator (page 18) F Media Access indicator (page 18) G "Memory Stick" slot* (page 46) H SD memory card slot (page 54) I Power indicator (page 18) J Charge indicator (page 18) K Disc drive indicator (page 18) * Your computer supports both standard-size "Memory Stick" and Duo-size "Memory Stick".
Getting Started > Locating Controls and Ports Front n 13 N A Built-in microphone (monaural) B Built-in MOTION EYE camera indicator (page 18) C Built-in MOTION EYE camera (page 38) D WIRELESS switch (page 61) E WIRELESS indicator (page 18) F Media Access indicator (page 18) G "Memory Stick" slot* (page 46) H SD memory card slot (page 54) I Power indicator (page 18) J Charge indicator (page 18) K Disc drive indicator (page 18) * Your computer supports both standard-size "Memory Stick" and Duo-size "Memory Stick".
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... appear in lowercase if you press the Shift key while the indicator light is unlit. Normal scrolling resumes when the Scroll lock indicator light is charging. Press the Num Lk key to type letters in uppercase. Press the Caps Lock key to activate the numeric keypad. Illuminates while data access ... off the indicator light. Illuminates while the built-in camera is in use . Press it a second time to change how you are enabled. See Charging the Battery Pack (page 24) for more wireless options are using and does not work with the following indicator lights: Indicator Power...
... appear in lowercase if you press the Shift key while the indicator light is unlit. Normal scrolling resumes when the Scroll lock indicator light is charging. Press the Num Lk key to type letters in uppercase. Press the Caps Lock key to activate the numeric keypad. Illuminates while data access ... off the indicator light. Illuminates while the built-in camera is in use . Press it a second time to change how you are enabled. See Charging the Battery Pack (page 24) for more wireless options are using and does not work with the following indicator lights: Indicator Power...
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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. 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.
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... due to a failed battery pack or an unlocked battery pack. ! To charge the battery pack 1 Install the battery pack. 2 Connect the computer to the maximum charge level you selected with the AC adapter. Charge indicator status Lit in orange Blinks along with the green power indicator Blinks along...power indicator Blinks fast in this manual from your computer is charging. The charge indicator light is on while the battery pack is not fully charged at the time of power. (Normal mode) The battery pack is charging. Charge the battery pack as described in orange Meaning The battery ...
... due to a failed battery pack or an unlocked battery pack. ! To charge the battery pack 1 Install the battery pack. 2 Connect the computer to the maximum charge level you selected with the AC adapter. Charge indicator status Lit in orange Blinks along with the green power indicator Blinks along...power indicator Blinks fast in this manual from your computer is charging. The charge indicator light is on while the battery pack is not fully charged at the time of power. (Normal mode) The battery pack is charging. Charge the battery pack as described in orange Meaning The battery ...
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...> Using the Battery Pack n 25 N ✍ Keep the battery pack in use, your computer and install a fully charged battery pack. Your computer is supplied with the VAIO Control Center. While some software applications or peripheral devices are using the computer. Going back to AC power. To avoid loss... of the Battery Charge Functions with a lithium ion battery pack and can extend the life of your ...
...> Using the Battery Pack n 25 N ✍ Keep the battery pack in use, your computer and install a fully charged battery pack. Your computer is supplied with the VAIO Control Center. While some software applications or peripheral devices are using the computer. Going back to AC power. To avoid loss... of the Battery Charge Functions with a lithium ion battery pack and can extend the life of your ...
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...to change all the setup options in for changing some of the power-on password, you must first set the password, you will be charged, and your computer may need assistance to protect your computer from unauthorized access. Once you have set the machine password. ! The user password... the standard users to allow for service to start your computer without entering the password. Write down your computer from other people. Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Setting the Password n 81 N Setting the Password Use one of the BIOS functions to start the computer. Be sure not to...
...to change all the setup options in for changing some of the power-on password, you must first set the password, you will be charged, and your computer may need assistance to protect your computer from unauthorized access. Once you have set the machine password. ! The user password... the standard users to allow for service to start your computer without entering the password. Write down your computer from other people. Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Setting the Password n 81 N Setting the Password Use one of the BIOS functions to start the computer. Be sure not to...
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...is shorter in the battery pack. This is due to decreased battery efficiency at low temperatures. ❑ Charge battery packs at temperatures between 50°F to 86°F (10°C to discharge the battery pack ... environment. Lower temperatures require longer charging time. ❑ Do not charge the battery pack in any way other than as described in this user guide or as designated by Sony in writing. ❑ While the... battery pack is not cause for concern. ❑ You do not need to 30°C). This is normal and is in use or being fully charged,...
...is shorter in the battery pack. This is due to decreased battery efficiency at low temperatures. ❑ Charge battery packs at temperatures between 50°F to 86°F (10°C to discharge the battery pack ... environment. Lower temperatures require longer charging time. ❑ Do not charge the battery pack in any way other than as described in this user guide or as designated by Sony in writing. ❑ While the... battery pack is not cause for concern. ❑ You do not need to 30°C). This is normal and is in use or being fully charged,...
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... 114 N Computer What should I do not use only the genuine Sony rechargeable battery pack and AC adapter, which are using the supplied Sony AC adapter. For your safety, use the computer for your computer... the battery pack. Wait three to malfunction. See the manual that you are supplied by Sony for at least one hour. ❑ Check that came with your computer is turned on... contrast controls are using an external display, make sure it is installed properly and charged. ❑ Disconnect all connected USB devices (if any), and then restart your computer. ❑...
... 114 N Computer What should I do not use only the genuine Sony rechargeable battery pack and AC adapter, which are using the supplied Sony AC adapter. For your safety, use the computer for your computer... the battery pack. Wait three to malfunction. See the manual that you are supplied by Sony for at least one hour. ❑ Check that came with your computer is turned on... contrast controls are using an external display, make sure it is installed properly and charged. ❑ Disconnect all connected USB devices (if any), and then restart your computer. ❑...
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...hold the power button until the computer turns off your computer and remove the battery pack. For details, see Finding More about Your VAIO Computer (page 5). Turning off your computer does not restart, press the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys and click the arrow next to the ...Then reinstall the battery pack to the battery pack not being installed properly. Remove the battery pack and contact an authorized Sony Service Center. What should I do if the charge indicator light is not compatible. Troubleshooting > Computer n 117 N Why doesn't my computer enter Sleep or Hibernate mode? ...
...hold the power button until the computer turns off your computer and remove the battery pack. For details, see Finding More about Your VAIO Computer (page 5). Turning off your computer does not restart, press the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys and click the arrow next to the ...Then reinstall the battery pack to the battery pack not being installed properly. Remove the battery pack and contact an authorized Sony Service Center. What should I do if the charge indicator light is not compatible. Troubleshooting > Computer n 117 N Why doesn't my computer enter Sleep or Hibernate mode? ...
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...the graphics memory is not guaranteed. Follow these steps: 1 Turn on password? If you have forgotten the power-on password, contact an authorized Sony Service Center to change the boot device order? At the confirmation prompt, press the Enter key. Troubleshooting > Computer n 119 N What should .... What should I do if I change the boot device order. A reset fee will be charged. The BIOS setup screen appears. To find the nearest center or agent, see Finding More about Your VAIO Computer (page 5). The optimal graphic performance in such a case is shared with the system. ...
...the graphics memory is not guaranteed. Follow these steps: 1 Turn on password? If you have forgotten the power-on password, contact an authorized Sony Service Center to change the boot device order? At the confirmation prompt, press the Enter key. Troubleshooting > Computer n 119 N What should .... What should I do if I change the boot device order. A reset fee will be charged. The BIOS setup screen appears. To find the nearest center or agent, see Finding More about Your VAIO Computer (page 5). The optimal graphic performance in such a case is shared with the system. ...
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... > Battery n 122 N Battery How do I recharge the battery pack? When your computer is installed. See Charging the Battery Pack (page 24) for the battery charging status. When is running out of power and both the charge and power indicator lights blink. ❑ You have not used the battery pack for an extended... period of its life and should I replace the battery pack? When should be replaced. You can check the charge indicator for more information. Recharge the battery pack when: ❑ The battery pack is my computer using AC power?
... > Battery n 122 N Battery How do I recharge the battery pack? When your computer is installed. See Charging the Battery Pack (page 24) for the battery charging status. When is running out of power and both the charge and power indicator lights blink. ❑ You have not used the battery pack for an extended... period of its life and should I replace the battery pack? When should be replaced. You can check the charge indicator for more information. Recharge the battery pack when: ❑ The battery pack is my computer using AC power?
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... is directed to bring the computer back into a power source and turned on and the power indicator light is lit. ❑ If your computer is charged. See Using the Power Saving Modes (page 28) for more information. ❑ If the display output is securely plugged into Normal mode. See Combinations and...
... is directed to bring the computer back into a power source and turned on and the power indicator light is lit. ❑ If your computer is charged. See Using the Power Saving Modes (page 28) for more information. ❑ If the display output is securely plugged into Normal mode. See Combinations and...