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... about Your VAIO Computer 5 Ergonomic Considerations 8 Getting Started 10 Locating Controls and Ports 11 About the Indicator Lights 13 Connecting a Power Source 14 Using the Battery Pack 16 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely 23 Using the Power Saving Modes 24 Keeping Your Computer in Optimum Condition .......... 27 Using Your VAIO Computer...
... about Your VAIO Computer 5 Ergonomic Considerations 8 Getting Started 10 Locating Controls and Ports 11 About the Indicator Lights 13 Connecting a Power Source 14 Using the Battery Pack 16 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely 23 Using the Power Saving Modes 24 Keeping Your Computer in Optimum Condition .......... 27 Using Your VAIO Computer...
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... 98 Handling the LCD Screen 100 Using the Power Source 101 Handling the Built-in Camera 102 Handling Discs 103 Using the Battery Pack 104 Handling "Memory Stick 105 Handling the Built-in Storage Device 106 Troubleshooting 107 Computer Operations 109 System Update / Security 115... Recovery 116 Battery Pack 118 Built-in Camera 120 Networking (LAN/Wireless LAN 122 Bluetooth Technology 125 Optical Discs 129 Display 133 Printing 137 Microphone ...
... 98 Handling the LCD Screen 100 Using the Power Source 101 Handling the Built-in Camera 102 Handling Discs 103 Using the Battery Pack 104 Handling "Memory Stick 105 Handling the Built-in Storage Device 106 Troubleshooting 107 Computer Operations 109 System Update / Security 115... Recovery 116 Battery Pack 118 Built-in Camera 120 Networking (LAN/Wireless LAN 122 Bluetooth Technology 125 Optical Discs 129 Display 133 Printing 137 Microphone ...
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The serial number is located on the bottom, the back panel, or inside the battery compartment of your VAIO computer ready at http://www.sonystyle-europe.com. If you need to other VAIO users. ❑ For product information, you have ... the possibility to ask questions to contact VAIO Support, have any problem with the computer, visit the VAIO Support web site at http://support.vaio.sony.eu/ for troubleshooting guidance. Support Web Sites If you can be found on the VAIO Support web site.
The serial number is located on the bottom, the back panel, or inside the battery compartment of your VAIO computer ready at http://www.sonystyle-europe.com. If you need to other VAIO users. ❑ For product information, you have ... the possibility to ask questions to contact VAIO Support, have any problem with the computer, visit the VAIO Support web site at http://support.vaio.sony.eu/ for troubleshooting guidance. Support Web Sites If you can be found on the VAIO Support web site.
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Getting Started > Getting Started This section describes how to get started using your VAIO computer. ❑ Locating Controls and Ports (page 11) ❑ About the Indicator Lights (page 13) ❑ Connecting a Power Source (page 14) ❑ Using the Battery Pack (page 16) ❑ Shutting Down Your Computer Safely (page 23) ❑ Using the Power Saving Modes (page 24) ❑ Keeping Your Computer in Optimum Condition (page 27) n 10 N
Getting Started > Getting Started This section describes how to get started using your VAIO computer. ❑ Locating Controls and Ports (page 11) ❑ About the Indicator Lights (page 13) ❑ Connecting a Power Source (page 14) ❑ Using the Battery Pack (page 16) ❑ Shutting Down Your Computer Safely (page 23) ❑ Using the Power Saving Modes (page 24) ❑ Keeping Your Computer in Optimum Condition (page 27) n 10 N
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...or turn it a second time to turn it off . Press the Num Lk key to change how you scroll the display. Illuminates while the battery pack is unlit. Press the Fn+Scr Lk keys to activate the numeric keypad. Normal scrolling resumes when the Scroll lock indicator light is turned... is turned off while this indicator light is lit.) When the indicator light is unlit, the memory card is not in use . See Charging the Battery Pack (page 19) for more wireless options are enabled. Getting Started > About the Indicator Lights n 13 N About the Indicator Lights Your computer is ...
...or turn it a second time to turn it off . Press the Num Lk key to change how you scroll the display. Illuminates while the battery pack is unlit. Press the Fn+Scr Lk keys to activate the numeric keypad. Normal scrolling resumes when the Scroll lock indicator light is turned... is turned off while this indicator light is lit.) When the indicator light is unlit, the memory card is not in use . See Charging the Battery Pack (page 19) for more wireless options are enabled. Getting Started > About the Indicator Lights n 13 N About the Indicator Lights Your computer is ...
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To use either an AC adapter or a rechargeable battery pack for your computer. Getting Started > Connecting a Power Source n 14 N Connecting a Power Source You can use the AC adapter 1 Plug one end of the power ... AC adapter for supplying power to your computer. Using the AC Adapter While your computer is directly connected to an AC power source and has a battery pack installed, it uses power from the AC adapter (3) into the DC IN port (4) on the AC adapter.
To use either an AC adapter or a rechargeable battery pack for your computer. Getting Started > Connecting a Power Source n 14 N Connecting a Power Source You can use the AC adapter 1 Plug one end of the power ... AC adapter for supplying power to your computer. Using the AC Adapter While your computer is directly connected to an AC power source and has a battery pack installed, it uses power from the AC adapter (3) into the DC IN port (4) on the AC adapter.
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Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack n 16 N Using the Battery Pack The battery pack supplied with your computer is not fully charged at the time of the battery pack. 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 to the unlock position. 3 Slide the battery pack diagonally into the battery compartment until the projection (1) on either side of the battery compartment fits into the U-shaped cut (2) on either side of delivery.
Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack n 16 N Using the Battery Pack The battery pack supplied with your computer is not fully charged at the time of the battery pack. 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 to the unlock position. 3 Slide the battery pack diagonally into the battery compartment until the projection (1) on either side of the battery compartment fits into the U-shaped cut (2) on either side of delivery.
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Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack 4 Push the battery pack down into the compartment until it clicks into place. n 17 N 5 Slide the battery LOCK switch to the LOCK position to secure the battery pack on the computer.
Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack 4 Push the battery pack down into the compartment until it clicks into place. n 17 N 5 Slide the battery LOCK switch to the LOCK position to secure the battery pack on the computer.
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Some VAIO computers may only function with a genuine Sony battery pack. You will lose all unsaved data if you remove the battery pack while your computer is highly recommended that you use genuine Sony rechargeable battery packs and AC adapters that meet the quality assurance standard, supplied by Sony for your fingertip underneath the tab on and...
Some VAIO computers may only function with a genuine Sony battery pack. You will lose all unsaved data if you remove the battery pack while your computer is highly recommended that you use genuine Sony rechargeable battery packs and AC adapters that meet the quality assurance standard, supplied by Sony for your fingertip underneath the tab on and...
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...battery pack is charging. The battery pack is running out of delivery. When the battery pack charges close to a failed battery pack or an unlocked battery pack. ! Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack n 19 N Charging the Battery Pack The battery pack supplied with your first battery charge. To charge the battery pack 1 Install the battery... computer to a power source with the orange power indicator Blinks fast in orange Meaning The battery pack is charging. Charge the battery pack as described in orange Blinks along with the green power indicator Blinks along with the ...
...battery pack is charging. The battery pack is running out of delivery. When the battery pack charges close to a failed battery pack or an unlocked battery pack. ! Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack n 19 N Charging the Battery Pack The battery pack supplied with your first battery charge. To charge the battery pack 1 Install the battery... computer to a power source with the orange power indicator Blinks fast in orange Meaning The battery pack is charging. Charge the battery pack as described in orange Blinks along with the green power indicator Blinks along with the ...
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... or peripheral devices are using the computer. When the battery pack is running on the battery, you are in use, your computer may not enter Hibernate mode even when the remaining battery life becomes short. Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack n 20 N ✍ Keep the battery pack in your computer while it is directly connected...
... or peripheral devices are using the computer. When the battery pack is running on the battery, you are in use, your computer may not enter Hibernate mode even when the remaining battery life becomes short. Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack n 20 N ✍ Keep the battery pack in your computer while it is directly connected...
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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 extends. Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack n 21 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. To get the most out of the battery pack, check the battery charge capacity and change the battery settings.
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 extends. Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack n 21 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. To get the most out of the battery pack, check the battery charge capacity and change the battery settings.
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See Using the Power Saving Modes (page 24) for more information. ❑ Set the wallpaper in Long Battery Life Wallpaper Setting as your computer screen. ❑ Use the power saving mode. Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack n 22 N Extending the Battery Life When your computer is running 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 Power Saving Modes (page 24) for more information. ❑ Set the wallpaper in Long Battery Life Wallpaper Setting as your computer screen. ❑ Use the power saving mode. Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack n 22 N Extending the Battery Life When your computer is running 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.
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... data, you should save your computer is in this mode. Your computer comes out of Sleep mode quicker than Hibernate mode. Going back to conserve battery life. Sleep mode turns off . While your computer is in Sleep mode, you do not intend to suit your computer is in this mode. The... an extended period of time while it is disconnected from an AC power source, place the computer into a low power consumption mode. Even when the battery pack runs out of power, no data will lose all unsaved data. In addition to the normal operating mode, your computer has two distinct power...
... data, you should save your computer is in this mode. Your computer comes out of Sleep mode quicker than Hibernate mode. Going back to conserve battery life. Sleep mode turns off . While your computer is in Sleep mode, you do not intend to suit your computer is in this mode. The... an extended period of time while it is disconnected from an AC power source, place the computer into a low power consumption mode. Even when the battery pack runs out of power, no data will lose all unsaved data. In addition to the normal operating mode, your computer has two distinct power...
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... produce or hold 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 the Windows...
... produce or hold 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 the Windows...
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Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > Adding and Removing Memory n 89 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 89 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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... while aligning the notch on the motherboard other than the memory module. Be sure to insert the connector edge of the computer. 11 Reinstall the battery pack and turn on the computer. n 91 N ! Do not force the memory module into the slot in the open slot. If you want to install...
... while aligning the notch on the motherboard other than the memory module. Be sure to insert the connector edge of the computer. 11 Reinstall the battery pack and turn on the computer. n 91 N ! Do not force the memory module into the slot in the open slot. If you want to install...
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Precautions > n 93 N Precautions This section describes safety guidelines and precautions to help you protect your VAIO computer from potential damage. ❑ Safety Information (page 94) ❑ Care and Maintenance Information (page 97) ❑ Handling Your Computer (page 98) ❑ Handling the LCD Screen (page 100) ❑ Using the Power Source (page 101) ❑ Handling the Built-in Camera (page 102) ❑ Handling Discs (page 103) ❑ Using the Battery Pack (page 104) ❑ Handling "Memory Stick" (page 105) ❑ Handling the Built-in Storage Device (page 106)
Precautions > n 93 N Precautions This section describes safety guidelines and precautions to help you protect your VAIO computer from potential damage. ❑ Safety Information (page 94) ❑ Care and Maintenance Information (page 97) ❑ Handling Your Computer (page 98) ❑ Handling the LCD Screen (page 100) ❑ Using the Power Source (page 101) ❑ Handling the Built-in Camera (page 102) ❑ Handling Discs (page 103) ❑ Using the Battery Pack (page 104) ❑ Handling "Memory Stick" (page 105) ❑ Handling the Built-in Storage Device (page 106)
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... you experience a ringing in use genuine Sony rechargeable battery packs and AC adapters that meet the quality assurance standard, supplied by Sony for your VAIO computer. Some VAIO computers may only function with a genuine Sony battery pack. ❑ Keep the battery pack away from the computer to prevent ...damage to the battery pack. ❑ If you have not used the battery pack for a considerable amount of heat. ❑ Keep the battery pack dry. ❑ Do not...
... you experience a ringing in use genuine Sony rechargeable battery packs and AC adapters that meet the quality assurance standard, supplied by Sony for your VAIO computer. Some VAIO computers may only function with a genuine Sony battery pack. ❑ Keep the battery pack away from the computer to prevent ...damage to the battery pack. ❑ If you have not used the battery pack for a considerable amount of heat. ❑ Keep the battery pack dry. ❑ Do not...
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.... Do not rub the cover, as these may damage the finish of your computer. ❑ Make sure you unplug the AC adapter and remove the battery pack before cleaning your computer. Do not use a soft cloth to wipe the surface from the center out. Rubbing the surface could damage the screen.
.... Do not rub the cover, as these may damage the finish of your computer. ❑ Make sure you unplug the AC adapter and remove the battery pack before cleaning your computer. Do not use a soft cloth to wipe the surface from the center out. Rubbing the surface could damage the screen.
