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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 32 Using Special-function Buttons 33 Using the... Modes 74 Using the Multiple Monitors Function 76 Connecting an External Microphone 79 Connecting a USB Device 80 Connecting an i.LINK Device 82 Customizing Your VAIO Computer 84 Setting the Password 85 Using the VAIO Control Center 90 Using the Power Saving Modes 91 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 32 Using Special-function Buttons 33 Using the... Modes 74 Using the Multiple Monitors Function 76 Connecting an External Microphone 79 Connecting a USB Device 80 Connecting an i.LINK Device 82 Customizing Your VAIO Computer 84 Setting the Password 85 Using the VAIO Control Center 90 Using the Power Saving Modes 91 Using the...
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...Screen 106 Using the Power Source 107 Handling Your Computer 108 Handling the Built-in Camera 111 Handling Discs 112 Using the Battery Pack 113 Using Headphones 115 Handling the Memory Stick 116 Handling the Built-in Storage Device 117 Troubleshooting 118 Computer 120 System ...Security 128 Battery 129 Built-in Camera 131 Internet 133 Networking 135 Bluetooth Technology 138 Optical Discs 142 Display 146 Printing 151 Microphone 152 Speakers...
...Screen 106 Using the Power Source 107 Handling Your Computer 108 Handling the Built-in Camera 111 Handling Discs 112 Using the Battery Pack 113 Using Headphones 115 Handling the Memory Stick 116 Handling the Built-in Storage Device 117 Troubleshooting 118 Computer 120 System ...Security 128 Battery 129 Built-in Camera 131 Internet 133 Networking 135 Bluetooth Technology 138 Optical Discs 142 Display 146 Printing 151 Microphone 152 Speakers...
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...our site, you are looking for your computer 4 The hardware component or the software program that is the last 7 digits of your Sony VAIO computer. Sony Style store and get personalized service and support for at a U.S. In Store Service & Support (available in USA only) Make an appointment...of the display on the bottom, the back panel, or inside the battery compartment of the problem 5. In order to receive the fastest and most efficient services, have the following information readily available: 1 Your VAIO computer model You can find it on the computer. 2 Your computer's...
...our site, you are looking for your computer 4 The hardware component or the software program that is the last 7 digits of your Sony VAIO computer. Sony Style store and get personalized service and support for at a U.S. In Store Service & Support (available in USA only) Make an appointment...of the display on the bottom, the back panel, or inside the battery compartment of the problem 5. In order to receive the fastest and most efficient services, have the following information readily available: 1 Your VAIO computer model You can find it on the computer. 2 Your computer's...
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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 20) ❑ Shutting Down Your Computer Safely (page 28) ❑ Updating Your Computer (page 29) Getting Started > n 11 N Getting Started... This section describes how to start up your VAIO computer. ! Upon completion, connect one device (for the first time, do not connect any other hardware that did not originally come with only...
...; 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) Getting Started > n 11 N Getting Started... This section describes how to start up your VAIO computer. ! Upon completion, connect one device (for the first time, do not connect any other hardware that did not originally come with only...
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Illuminates while the battery pack is unlit. Illuminates while the built-in lowercase if you press the Shift key while the indicator is running to read from or written ... information. The numeric keypad is not active when the indicator is off the indicator. Illuminates while the drive is not in use . See Charging the Battery Pack (page 23) for more wireless options are using and does not work with the following indicator lights: Indicator Power 1 Charge Built-in MOTION EYE...
Illuminates while the battery pack is unlit. Illuminates while the built-in lowercase if you press the Shift key while the indicator is running to read from or written ... information. The numeric keypad is not active when the indicator is off the indicator. Illuminates while the drive is not in use . See Charging the Battery Pack (page 23) for more wireless options are using and does not work with the following indicator lights: Indicator Power 1 Charge Built-in MOTION EYE...
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... completely from AC power, unplug the AC adapter. 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 the AC adapter (3) into the DC IN port (4) on the AC adapter. ✍ To disconnect your computer.
... completely from AC power, unplug the AC adapter. 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 the AC adapter (3) into the DC IN port (4) on the AC adapter. ✍ To disconnect your computer.
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n 20 N 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. 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 20 N 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. 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 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. Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack 4 Push the battery pack down into place. 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 the compartment until it uses power from the AC outlet. !
This computer is directly connected to operate only with genuine Sony battery packs. Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack 4 Push the battery pack down into place. 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 the compartment until it uses power from the AC outlet. !
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... 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 power source with the battery charge functions, the charge indicator turns off. Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack n 23 N Charging the Battery Pack The battery pack supplied with your computer is not...
... 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 power source with the battery charge functions, the charge indicator turns off. Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack n 23 N Charging the Battery Pack The battery pack supplied with your computer is not...
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...all unsaved data. To avoid loss of data when using the computer. Your computer is impossible. While some software applications or peripheral devices are using battery power, you should either connect the AC adapter to AC power. Going back to AC power and has...computer is directly connected to the previous work state is supplied with a lithium ion battery pack and can be recharged any time. If the battery charge level falls below 10%, you should save your data frequently. If the battery pack wears out when the computer enters Sleep mode, you should save your data...
...all unsaved data. To avoid loss of data when using the computer. Your computer is impossible. While some software applications or peripheral devices are using battery power, you should either connect the AC adapter to AC power. Going back to AC power and has...computer is directly connected to the previous work state is supplied with a lithium ion battery pack and can be recharged any time. If the battery charge level falls below 10%, you should save your data frequently. If the battery pack wears out when the computer enters Sleep mode, you should save your data...
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..., replace the battery pack with a new genuine Sony battery pack. Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack n 25 N Using the Battery Charge Functions You can customize the current battery charging method using the Battery Charge Functions. To make the life of battery longer, enable the battery care function. To enable the battery care function 1 Click Start, All Programs, and VAIO Control Center...
..., replace the battery pack with a new genuine Sony battery pack. Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack n 25 N Using the Battery Charge Functions You can customize the current battery charging method using the Battery Charge Functions. To make the life of battery longer, enable the battery care function. To enable the battery care function 1 Click Start, All Programs, and VAIO Control Center...
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At the confirmation prompt, click OK. 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. 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.
At the confirmation prompt, click OK. 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. 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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Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack n 27 N Removing the Battery Pack ! To remove the battery pack 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 computer is in the direction of the arrow, ...and then slide it away from the computer. You may lose data if you remove the battery pack while your fingertip underneath...
Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack n 27 N Removing the Battery Pack ! To remove the battery pack 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 computer is in the direction of the arrow, ...and then slide it away from the computer. You may lose data if you remove the battery pack while your fingertip underneath...
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... of the power management setting you should either connect the AC adapter 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 91 N Using the Power Saving Modes ...You can take advantage of the power management settings to the normal operating mode, your computer and install a fully charged battery pack. If the battery charge level falls below 10%,...
... of the power management setting you should either connect the AC adapter 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 91 N Using the Power Saving Modes ...You can take advantage of the power management settings to the normal operating mode, your computer and install a fully charged battery pack. If the battery charge level falls below 10%,...
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Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Using the Power Saving Modes n 92 N Using Sleep Mode Sleep mode turns off the LCD screen and places the built-in this mode. ! If ...; When your computer is in Sleep mode, you should save your computer will lose all unsaved data. You will turn it off automatically. If the battery runs out of data, you cannot insert a disc. To avoid loss of power while your computer for more power than four seconds, your data frequently...
Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Using the Power Saving Modes n 92 N Using Sleep Mode Sleep mode turns off the LCD screen and places the built-in this mode. ! If ...; When your computer is in Sleep mode, you should save your computer will lose all unsaved data. You will turn it off automatically. If the battery runs out of data, you cannot insert a disc. To avoid loss of power while your computer for more power than four seconds, your data frequently...
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The computer enters Hibernate mode. Hibernate mode requires more time than Sleep mode. ! Even when the battery runs out of power, no data will be activated. The power indicator light is unlit in Hibernate mode, you do not intend to use your ... the Lock button, and Hibernate to place the computer into Hibernate mode. ✍ When your computer before its power indicator light turns off . Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Using the Power Saving Modes n 94 N Using Hibernate Mode In Hibernate mode, the state of the system is saved on the built-in storage...
The computer enters Hibernate mode. Hibernate mode requires more time than Sleep mode. ! Even when the battery runs out of power, no data will be activated. The power indicator light is unlit in Hibernate mode, you do not intend to use your ... the Lock button, and Hibernate to place the computer into Hibernate mode. ✍ When your computer before its power indicator light turns off . Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Using the Power Saving Modes n 94 N Using Hibernate Mode In Hibernate mode, the state of the system is saved on the built-in storage...
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... Management function is a software application developed exclusively for VAIO computers. Otherwise, click Save changes. 3 Click the VAIO Power Management tab. This icon indicates what kind of your computer and longer battery life. Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Using the VAIO Power Management n 96 N Using the VAIO Power Management Power management helps you are using at that shows...
... Management function is a software application developed exclusively for VAIO computers. Otherwise, click Save changes. 3 Click the VAIO Power Management tab. This icon indicates what kind of your computer and longer battery life. Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Using the VAIO Power Management n 96 N Using the VAIO Power Management Power management helps you are using at that shows...
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... 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 any telecommunication links, networks, or modems before you remove any cover or panel from ESD. Upgrading Your... VAIO Computer > Adding and Removing Memory n 99 N Adding and Removing Memory If you want to expand the functionality of your computer, you can ...
... 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 any telecommunication links, networks, or modems before you remove any cover or panel from ESD. Upgrading Your... VAIO Computer > Adding and Removing Memory n 99 N Adding and Removing Memory If you want to expand the functionality of your computer, you can ...