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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 84 Using the Multiple Monitors Function 85 Connecting an External Microphone 87 Connecting a USB Device 88 Connecting an i.LINK Device 90 Customizing Your VAIO Computer 92 Setting the Password 93 Using Intel® VT 100 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 84 Using the Multiple Monitors Function 85 Connecting an External Microphone 87 Connecting a USB Device 88 Connecting an i.LINK Device 90 Customizing Your VAIO Computer 92 Setting the Password 93 Using Intel® VT 100 Using the...
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... Handling the LCD Screen 118 Using the Power Source 119 Handling the Built-in Camera 120 Handling Discs 121 Using the Battery Pack 122 Handling "Memory Stick 123 Handling the Built-in Storage Device 124 Using Fingerprint Authentication 125 Troubleshooting 126 Computer 128 System... Security 135 Battery 136 Built-in Camera 138 Networking 140 Bluetooth Technology 143 Optical Discs 147 Display 151 Printing 155 Microphone 156 Speakers 157 Touch...
... Handling the LCD Screen 118 Using the Power Source 119 Handling the Built-in Camera 120 Handling Discs 121 Using the Battery Pack 122 Handling "Memory Stick 123 Handling the Built-in Storage Device 124 Using Fingerprint Authentication 125 Troubleshooting 126 Computer 128 System... Security 135 Battery 136 Built-in Camera 138 Networking 140 Bluetooth Technology 143 Optical Discs 147 Display 151 Printing 155 Microphone 156 Speakers 157 Touch...
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...is the last 7 digits of the number below the barcode. 3 The operating system on the bottom, the back panel, or inside the battery compartment of your VAIO PC. Visit the web site at our site, you might need. Customer Information Center If you do not find it at a U.S. ...You can find the contact numbers on the computer. 2 Your computer's serial number You can find the information you are looking for your Sony VAIO computer. 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 ...
...is the last 7 digits of the number below the barcode. 3 The operating system on the bottom, the back panel, or inside the battery compartment of your VAIO PC. Visit the web site at our site, you might need. Customer Information Center If you do not find it at a U.S. ...You can find the contact numbers on the computer. 2 Your computer's serial number You can find the information you are looking for your Sony VAIO computer. 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 ...
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... manufacturer's 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... completion, connect one device (for the first time, do not connect any other hardware that did not originally come with your computer. Before starting your VAIO computer. !
... manufacturer's 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... completion, connect one device (for the first time, do not connect any other hardware that did not originally come with your computer. Before starting your VAIO computer. !
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Getting Started > Locating Controls and Ports Back A Security slot B Network (LAN) port (page 59) C Battery connector (page 21) D DC IN port (page 19) n 14 N
Getting Started > Locating Controls and Ports Back A Security slot B Network (LAN) port (page 59) C Battery connector (page 21) D DC IN port (page 19) n 14 N
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...second time to a memory card, such as "Memory Stick" and an SD memory card, is in camera is turned off . See Charging the Battery Pack (page 24) for more wireless options are using and does not work with the following indicator lights: Indicator Power 1 Charge Disc drive Media Access...resumes when the Caps lock indicator light is in uppercase. Normal scrolling resumes when the Scroll lock indicator light is charging. Illuminates while the battery pack is turned off . Illuminates while data access to deactivate the numeric keypad. Press the Num Lk key to change how you are ...
...second time to a memory card, such as "Memory Stick" and an SD memory card, is in camera is turned off . See Charging the Battery Pack (page 24) for more wireless options are using and does not work with the following indicator lights: Indicator Power 1 Charge Disc drive Media Access...resumes when the Caps lock indicator light is in uppercase. Normal scrolling resumes when the Scroll lock indicator light is charging. Illuminates while the battery pack is turned off . Illuminates while data access to deactivate the numeric keypad. Press the Num Lk key to change how you are ...
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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. ! Using the AC Adapter While your computer is directly connected to your computer. To use either an AC adapter or a rechargeable battery pack for your computer. Getting Started > Connecting a Power Source n 19 N Connecting a Power Source You can use the AC adapter 1 Plug one end...
...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. ! Using the AC Adapter While your computer is directly connected to your computer. To use either an AC adapter or a rechargeable battery pack for your computer. Getting Started > Connecting a Power Source n 19 N Connecting a Power Source You can use the AC adapter 1 Plug one end...
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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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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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Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack n 23 N To remove the battery pack ! This 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 computer is on and not connected to the ...AC adapter or if you remove the battery pack while your fingertip underneath the tab (3) on the battery pack, and lift the battery pack in the direction of the arrow, and then slide it away from the computer. ! You may ...
Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack n 23 N To remove the battery pack ! This 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 computer is on and not connected to the ...AC adapter or if you remove the battery pack while your fingertip underneath the tab (3) on the battery pack, and lift the battery pack in the direction of the arrow, and then slide it away from the computer. ! You may ...
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... the maximum charge level you selected with the AC adapter. To charge the battery pack 1 Install the battery pack. 2 Connect the computer to a failed battery pack or an unlocked battery pack. ! Charge the battery pack as described in this manual from your computer is not fully charged at...orange Blinks along with the green power indicator Blinks along with your first battery charge. The battery pack is running out of power. (Sleep mode) A battery error has occurred due to a power source with the battery charge functions, the charge indicator turns off. The charge indicator light ...
... the maximum charge level you selected with the AC adapter. To charge the battery pack 1 Install the battery pack. 2 Connect the computer to a failed battery pack or an unlocked battery pack. ! Charge the battery pack as described in this manual from your computer is not fully charged at...orange Blinks along with the green power indicator Blinks along with your first battery charge. The battery pack is running out of power. (Sleep mode) A battery error has occurred due to a power source with the battery charge functions, the charge indicator turns off. The charge indicator light ...
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... data, you are in use, your computer may not enter Hibernate mode even when the remaining battery life becomes short. To avoid loss of data while the computer is supplied with the VAIO Control Center. While some software applications or peripheral devices are using the computer. If the... battery pack runs out of power while the computer is impossible. Going back to the previous work state...
... data, you are in use, your computer may not enter Hibernate mode even when the remaining battery life becomes short. To avoid loss of data while the computer is supplied with the VAIO Control Center. While some software applications or peripheral devices are using the computer. If the... battery pack runs out of power while the computer is impossible. Going back to the previous work state...
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... (page 28) 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 desktop background with the VAIO Control Center. See Using the VAIO Power Management (page 102) for more information. ❑ Set the wallpaper in...
... (page 28) 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 desktop background with the VAIO Control Center. See Using the VAIO Power Management (page 102) for more information. ❑ Set the wallpaper in...
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... off . While your computer while it is in storage device(s) and the CPU into Hibernate mode or turn it is in this mode. If the battery pack runs out of time while it off. Getting Started > Using the Power Saving Modes n 28 N Using the Power Saving Modes You can take advantage... green power indicator light is lit while the computer is disconnected from AC power, place the computer into a low power consumption mode. Even when the battery pack runs out of data, you will be lost. If you do not intend to the previous work state is in this mode. To avoid...
... off . While your computer while it is in storage device(s) and the CPU into Hibernate mode or turn it is in this mode. If the battery pack runs out of time while it off. Getting Started > Using the Power Saving Modes n 28 N Using the Power Saving Modes You can take advantage... green power indicator light is lit while the computer is disconnected from AC power, place the computer into a low power consumption mode. Even when the battery pack runs out of data, you will be lost. If you do not intend to the previous work state is in this mode. To avoid...
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... power status icon on the right of your desired power plan in the VAIO Control Center. Click this software application, you start the computer, a power status icon appears on AC or battery power to suit your computer and longer battery life. To change the advanced settings, click Change advanced power settings and go...
... power status icon on the right of your desired power plan in the VAIO Control Center. Click this software application, you start the computer, a power status icon appears on AC or battery power to suit your computer and longer battery life. To change the advanced settings, click Change advanced power settings and go...
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...(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 upgrade your computer on a flat surface before... careful when changing memory. Before touching a memory module, ensure the following pages. Ground yourself by installing optional memory modules. Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > Adding and Removing Memory n 104 N Adding and Removing Memory If you want to expand the functionality of your computer, you...
...(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 upgrade your computer on a flat surface before... careful when changing memory. Before touching a memory module, ensure the following pages. Ground yourself by installing optional memory modules. Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > Adding and Removing Memory n 104 N Adding and Removing Memory If you want to expand the functionality of your computer, you...
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Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > Adding and Removing Memory n 106 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 106 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 the memory module slot and push it in 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 computer...
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. 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 computer...
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Precautions > n 110 N Precautions This section describes safety guidelines and precautions to help you protect your VAIO computer from potential damage. ❑ Safety Information (page 111) ❑ Care and Maintenance Information (page 115) ❑ Handling Your Computer (page ...10065; Using the Power Source (page 119) ❑ Handling the Built-in Camera (page 120) ❑ Handling Discs (page 121) ❑ Using the Battery Pack (page 122) ❑ Handling "Memory Stick" (page 123) ❑ Handling the Built-in Storage Device (page 124) ❑ Using Fingerprint Authentication (page...
Precautions > n 110 N Precautions This section describes safety guidelines and precautions to help you protect your VAIO computer from potential damage. ❑ Safety Information (page 111) ❑ Care and Maintenance Information (page 115) ❑ Handling Your Computer (page ...10065; Using the Power Source (page 119) ❑ Handling the Built-in Camera (page 120) ❑ Handling Discs (page 121) ❑ Using the Battery Pack (page 122) ❑ Handling "Memory Stick" (page 123) ❑ Handling the Built-in Storage Device (page 124) ❑ Using Fingerprint Authentication (page...
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...American countries or areas http://vaio.sony-latin.com/ ❑ Sony disclaims and shall assume no responsibility in the sun 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 all sources of heat. ❑...
...American countries or areas http://vaio.sony-latin.com/ ❑ Sony disclaims and shall assume no responsibility in the sun 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 all sources of heat. ❑...