Care and Handling of Your VAIO® Computer
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...unit rises during normal operation. Use only specified peripheral equipment and interface cables or you experience problems: § Unplug the computer § Remove the battery pack § Contact eSupport at least one , moisture may experience problems. When your notebook computer, by placing the computer on a clean dry,... stable surface. The temperature of the bottom of 5 Care and Handling of Your VAIO® Computer Proper Handling Use your lap. IMPORTANT Do not place your computer directly on your computer on porous surfaces.
...unit rises during normal operation. Use only specified peripheral equipment and interface cables or you experience problems: § Unplug the computer § Remove the battery pack § Contact eSupport at least one , moisture may experience problems. When your notebook computer, by placing the computer on a clean dry,... stable surface. The temperature of the bottom of 5 Care and Handling of Your VAIO® Computer Proper Handling Use your lap. IMPORTANT Do not place your computer directly on your computer on porous surfaces.
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Cleaning your computer. Disconnect the AC adapter and remove the battery pack before operating it § Remove the battery pack. § Have the computer checked by a Sony-qualified technician before cleaning your VAIO PC Clean the cabinet with a dry or lightly moistened soft microfiber cloth. Use only a mild detergent solution. If you drop a solid object...
Cleaning your computer. Disconnect the AC adapter and remove the battery pack before operating it § Remove the battery pack. § Have the computer checked by a Sony-qualified technician before cleaning your VAIO PC Clean the cabinet with a dry or lightly moistened soft microfiber cloth. Use only a mild detergent solution. If you drop a solid object...
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... to prevent damage to genuine Sony battery packs designed for this model. We recommend purchasing the battery packs directly from official Sony resellers to discharge the battery pack before using your computer and recharge the battery pack before recharging. § If the battery pack quickly runs out of ...become short. Using the AC adaptor Make sure that was delivered with the VAIO PC and/or AC adaptor. IMPORTANT Use only Sony original AC adaptors. Using the Battery Pack Use original Sony battery packs. This is normal and is installed the results could be replaced. only...
... to prevent damage to genuine Sony battery packs designed for this model. We recommend purchasing the battery packs directly from official Sony resellers to discharge the battery pack before using your computer and recharge the battery pack before recharging. § If the battery pack quickly runs out of ...become short. Using the AC adaptor Make sure that was delivered with the VAIO PC and/or AC adaptor. IMPORTANT Use only Sony original AC adaptors. Using the Battery Pack Use original Sony battery packs. This is normal and is installed the results could be replaced. only...
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n2 N Contents Before Use 4 Finding More about Your VAIO Computer 5 Ergonomic Considerations 10 Getting Started 12 Locating Controls and Ports 13 About the Indicator Lights 19 Connecting a Power Source 20 Using the Battery Pack 22 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely 29 Using the Power Saving Modes 30 ...Keeping Your Computer in Optimum Condition .......... 33 Using Your VAIO Computer 36 Using the Keyboard 37 Using the Touch Pad 39 ...
n2 N Contents Before Use 4 Finding More about Your VAIO Computer 5 Ergonomic Considerations 10 Getting Started 12 Locating Controls and Ports 13 About the Indicator Lights 19 Connecting a Power Source 20 Using the Battery Pack 22 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely 29 Using the Power Saving Modes 30 ...Keeping Your Computer in Optimum Condition .......... 33 Using Your VAIO Computer 36 Using the Keyboard 37 Using the Touch Pad 39 ...
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...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 Backstage Technicians can find the contact numbers on the Sony online support web site. The serial number is causing the problem 5 A brief description of your Sony VAIO...the web site at the lower right corner of your new VAIO computer, system optimization, data rescue, and any repair service you may call Sony directly. Before Use > Finding More about Your VAIO Computer n9 N 4. You can find it at www....
...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 Backstage Technicians can find the contact numbers on the Sony online support web site. The serial number is causing the problem 5 A brief description of your Sony VAIO...the web site at the lower right corner of your new VAIO computer, system optimization, data rescue, and any repair service you may call Sony directly. Before Use > Finding More about Your VAIO Computer n9 N 4. You can find it at www....
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... manufacturer's instructions. ❑ Locating Controls and Ports (page 13) ❑ About the Indicator Lights (page 19) ❑ Connecting a Power Source (page 20) ❑ Using the Battery Pack (page 22) ❑ Shutting Down Your Computer Safely (page 29) ❑ Using the Power Saving Modes (page 30) ❑ Keeping Your Computer in Optimum... Condition (page 33) Upon completion, connect one device (for the first time, do not connect any other hardware that did not originally come with your VAIO computer. !
... manufacturer's instructions. ❑ Locating Controls and Ports (page 13) ❑ About the Indicator Lights (page 19) ❑ Connecting a Power Source (page 20) ❑ Using the Battery Pack (page 22) ❑ Shutting Down Your Computer Safely (page 29) ❑ Using the Power Saving Modes (page 30) ❑ Keeping Your Computer in Optimum... Condition (page 33) Upon completion, connect one device (for the first time, do not connect any other hardware that did not originally come with your VAIO computer. !
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To get the most out of the battery pack. To check the battery charge capacity 1 Click Start, All Programs, and VAIO Control Center. 2 Click Power Management and Battery. ✍ Additionally, you can enable the battery care function to extend the life of the battery pack, check the battery charge capacity and change the battery settings. Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack n 27 N Checking the Battery Charge Capacity The battery charge capacity gradually decreases as the number of battery charging increases or the duration of use of the battery pack extends.
To get the most out of the battery pack. To check the battery charge capacity 1 Click Start, All Programs, and VAIO Control Center. 2 Click Power Management and Battery. ✍ Additionally, you can enable the battery care function to extend the life of the battery pack, check the battery charge capacity and change the battery settings. Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack n 27 N Checking the Battery Charge Capacity The battery charge capacity gradually decreases as the number of battery charging increases or the duration of use of the battery pack extends.
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...information. ❑ Change the power saving settings on battery power, you can extend the 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 103) 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 the 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 103) 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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... using. To select a power plan 1 Right-click the power status icon on the taskbar and select Power Options. 2 Select your computer and longer battery life. To change the advanced settings, click Change advanced power settings and go to step 3. Change the Sleep mode and display settings as needed. 2... If you need to change the power plan settings 1 Click Change plan settings on the right of your desired power plan in the VAIO Control Center. With this icon to display the window that shows your requirements for power consumption. This icon indicates what kind of your desired ...
... using. To select a power plan 1 Right-click the power status icon on the taskbar and select Power Options. 2 Select your computer and longer battery life. To change the advanced settings, click Change advanced power settings and go to step 3. Change the Sleep mode and display settings as needed. 2... If you need to change the power plan settings 1 Click Change plan settings on the right of your desired power plan in the VAIO Control Center. With this icon to display the window that shows your requirements for power consumption. This icon indicates what kind of your desired ...
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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 cover or panel from the computer. If such a station is not detected by the computer or... memory modules and other components. Install the memory module only at an ESD workstation. Ground yourself by installing optional memory modules. Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > Adding and Removing Memory n 105 N Adding and Removing Memory If you want to expand the functionality of your computer, you...
...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 cover or panel from the computer. If such a station is not detected by the computer or... memory modules and other components. Install the memory module only at an ESD workstation. Ground yourself by installing optional memory modules. Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > Adding and Removing Memory n 105 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 107 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 107 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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Be sure to insert the connector edge of the computer. 11 Reinstall the battery pack and turn on the computer. n 109 N ! Do not touch any components on the motherboard other than the memory module. Do not force the memory ... into the slot in the open slot. If you want to install only one memory module, be sure to use the lower slot. Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > Adding and Removing Memory 8 Slide the memory module into the memory module slot and push it in until it may cause damage to the...
Be sure to insert the connector edge of the computer. 11 Reinstall the battery pack and turn on the computer. n 109 N ! Do not touch any components on the motherboard other than the memory module. Do not force the memory ... into the slot in the open slot. If you want to install only one memory module, be sure to use the lower slot. Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > Adding and Removing Memory 8 Slide the memory module into the memory module slot and push it in until it may cause damage to the...
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Some features and options in this section may not be available on your VAIO computer from potential damage. Precautions > n 111 N Precautions This section describes safety guidelines and precautions to help you protect your computer. ❑ Safety Information (page 112) &#... (page 118) ❑ 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)
Some features and options in this section may not be available on your VAIO computer from potential damage. Precautions > n 111 N Precautions This section describes safety guidelines and precautions to help you protect your computer. ❑ Safety Information (page 112) &#... (page 118) ❑ 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)
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... responsibility in the sun or under direct sunlight. ❑ For your safety, Sony recommends using your VAIO computer. ❑ The disassembly, alteration of, or tampering of any Sony battery pack. ❑ Keep the battery pack away from all sources of heat. ❑ Keep the battery pack dry. ❑ Do not open or try to disassemble the...
... responsibility in the sun or under direct sunlight. ❑ For your safety, Sony recommends using your VAIO computer. ❑ The disassembly, alteration of, or tampering of any Sony battery pack. ❑ Keep the battery pack away from all sources of heat. ❑ Keep the battery pack dry. ❑ Do not open or try to disassemble the...
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... not drop your computer or place any problems occur, unplug the computer and contact an authorized Sony service/support center. You may want to have the computer checked by qualified personnel before turning...is brought directly from a cold location to a warm one hour before operating it , and remove the battery pack. If this occurs, move the computer a suitable distance away from the radio or TV. &#... radio or TV reception. To find the nearest center or agent, see Finding More about Your VAIO Computer (page 5). In such a case, allow at least one , moisture may cause interference ...
... not drop your computer or place any problems occur, unplug the computer and contact an authorized Sony service/support center. You may want to have the computer checked by qualified personnel before turning...is brought directly from a cold location to a warm one hour before operating it , and remove the battery pack. If this occurs, move the computer a suitable distance away from the radio or TV. &#... radio or TV reception. To find the nearest center or agent, see Finding More about Your VAIO Computer (page 5). In such a case, allow at least one , moisture may cause interference ...
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Troubleshooting > n 125 N Troubleshooting This section describes how to solve your VAIO computer. Many problems have simple solutions. If these suggestions fail to solve common problems you need assistance, visit the support web sites listed in Camera (...; Touch Pad (page 161) Some features and options in this section may not be solved and you might encounter when using your problems, use the VAIO Care. If the problems still cannot be available on your computer. ❑ Computer Operations (page 127) ❑ System Update / Security (page 133) ❑ Recovery (page...
Troubleshooting > n 125 N Troubleshooting This section describes how to solve your VAIO computer. Many problems have simple solutions. If these suggestions fail to solve common problems you need assistance, visit the support web sites listed in Camera (...; Touch Pad (page 161) Some features and options in this section may not be solved and you might encounter when using your problems, use the VAIO Care. If the problems still cannot be available on your computer. ❑ Computer Operations (page 127) ❑ System Update / Security (page 133) ❑ Recovery (page...
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...Sony for more information. ❑ Unplug the AC adapter and remove the battery pack. Reinstall the battery pack, plug the AC adapter, and then press the power button to turn on your computer. ❑ Condensation may have installed since purchase, and then restart your computer. ❑ If your VAIO...If you are adjusted correctly. Troubleshooting > Computer Operations n 127 N Computer Operations What should I do not use only the genuine Sony rechargeable battery pack and AC adapter, which are using an external display, make sure the power strip or UPS is plugged into a power ...
...Sony for more information. ❑ Unplug the AC adapter and remove the battery pack. Reinstall the battery pack, plug the AC adapter, and then press the power button to turn on your computer. ❑ Condensation may have installed since purchase, and then restart your computer. ❑ If your VAIO...If you are adjusted correctly. Troubleshooting > Computer Operations n 127 N Computer Operations What should I do not use only the genuine Sony rechargeable battery pack and AC adapter, which are using an external display, make sure the power strip or UPS is plugged into a power ...
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... to the Shut down button and Restart. For details, see Finding More about Your VAIO Computer (page 5). Remove the battery pack and contact an authorized Sony service/support center. To restore your computer to Normal mode 1 Close all open programs. 2 Click Start, the arrow next to the Shut down button,...may become unstable if the operating mode is blinking fast and my computer does not start? ❑ This problem could be due to the battery pack not being installed properly. To solve this procedure does not work, press and hold the power button until the computer turns off your ...
... to the Shut down button and Restart. For details, see Finding More about Your VAIO Computer (page 5). Remove the battery pack and contact an authorized Sony service/support center. To restore your computer to Normal mode 1 Close all open programs. 2 Click Start, the arrow next to the Shut down button,...may become unstable if the operating mode is blinking fast and my computer does not start? ❑ This problem could be due to the battery pack not being installed properly. To solve this procedure does not work, press and hold the power button until the computer turns off your ...
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... with the AC adapter, it is powering your computer is connected to replace the battery pack appears when the battery pack reaches the end of time. A message prompting you to an AC outlet with the Battery function on the VAIO Control Center. You can check the charge indicator for more information. When your computer...
... with the AC adapter, it is powering your computer is connected to replace the battery pack appears when the battery pack reaches the end of time. A message prompting you to an AC outlet with the Battery function on the VAIO Control Center. You can check the charge indicator for more information. When your computer...
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... compatible. Remove the battery pack and contact an authorized Sony service/support center. Why can't I do if a message appears notifying of either incompatibility or the improper installation of your computer and remove the battery pack. For details, see Finding More about Your VAIO Computer (page 5). Then reinstall the battery pack to the battery pack not being...
... compatible. Remove the battery pack and contact an authorized Sony service/support center. Why can't I do if a message appears notifying of either incompatibility or the improper installation of your computer and remove the battery pack. For details, see Finding More about Your VAIO Computer (page 5). Then reinstall the battery pack to the battery pack not being...
