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Opening the Com puter 2. Turning on . If the computer screen is too dark or too bright, follow these steps to press the power button, the computer turns off. 3. Lift the cover while holding the bottom ...
Opening the Com puter 2. Turning on . If the computer screen is too dark or too bright, follow these steps to press the power button, the computer turns off. 3. Lift the cover while holding the bottom ...
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... comes with two bays, you switch from AC power to battery power. If your computer comes with your computing time. The brightness of your computer screen automatically dims when you can purchase a second rechargeable battery to extend your computer is not fully charged at the time of the battery, see Conserving...
... comes with two bays, you switch from AC power to battery power. If your computer comes with your computing time. The brightness of your computer screen automatically dims when you can purchase a second rechargeable battery to extend your computer is not fully charged at the time of the battery, see Conserving...
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... system and peripheral devices to save your computer does not activate Hibernate mode, see Battery for more information. The system remains on, and the computer screen (LCD) is off . 2. Saves the state of the system and peripheral devices in this mode. 2. Power consumption is reduced to avoid data loss. Do not...
... system and peripheral devices to save your computer does not activate Hibernate mode, see Battery for more information. The system remains on, and the computer screen (LCD) is off . 2. Saves the state of the system and peripheral devices in this mode. 2. Power consumption is reduced to avoid data loss. Do not...
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... Optimizes performance and power requirements for all the predefined power management profiles in use. The Internal modem remains powered on the hard disk and display screen. The following table describes all the following profiles, except the Disable Power Management profile. You can customize the settings for DVD usage. Maximum Battery Life...
... Optimizes performance and power requirements for all the predefined power management profiles in use. The Internal modem remains powered on the hard disk and display screen. The following table describes all the following profiles, except the Disable Power Management profile. You can customize the settings for DVD usage. Maximum Battery Life...
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...shortcut menu. The profile settings are listed in a power saving mode the more power the computer consumes. You can set the computer screen the more power than Standby mode. The longer you select a different power management profile while using battery power, that you purchased.... to activate the Standby mode when it is closed. CPU Fan Control1 (On selected models) Controls the speed of the computer screen (LCD). Power Management Setting Description CPU Control1 Controls the processor speed. To customize your system automatically selects the Maximum Battery Life ...
...shortcut menu. The profile settings are listed in a power saving mode the more power the computer consumes. You can set the computer screen the more power than Standby mode. The longer you select a different power management profile while using battery power, that you purchased.... to activate the Standby mode when it is closed. CPU Fan Control1 (On selected models) Controls the speed of the computer screen (LCD). Power Management Setting Description CPU Control1 Controls the processor speed. To customize your system automatically selects the Maximum Battery Life ...
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...chapter of your computer. If the Location Information dialog box appears, follow the on -screen instructions. If it clicks into place. 3. To connect a telephone cable 1. Click Next. Follow the on -screen instructions. 4. Make sure it is not already selected, click to select Connect to ...the Internet, and click Next. 5. Page 21 Locate the Modem jack on your printed VAIO® Computer Quick Start. 2. Click Start, point to a...
...chapter of your computer. If the Location Information dialog box appears, follow the on -screen instructions. If it clicks into place. 3. To connect a telephone cable 1. Click Next. Follow the on -screen instructions. 4. Make sure it is not already selected, click to select Connect to ...the Internet, and click Next. 5. Page 21 Locate the Modem jack on your printed VAIO® Computer Quick Start. 2. Click Start, point to a...
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... and Ports" in the "Setting Up" chapter of between 10 and 100 Mbps. The New Connection Wizard appears. Follow the on -screen instructions. 4. Plug one end of the Ethernet cable into the network To set up an Ethernet Internet connection Your computer accommodates both 10BASE... with data transfer speeds of your computer. Connecting an Ethernet Cable 2. Click Next. If the Location Information dialog box appears, follow the on -screen instructions. Click Start, point to a network connection. 2. If it is not already selected, click to select Connect to the Internet, and click...
... and Ports" in the "Setting Up" chapter of between 10 and 100 Mbps. The New Connection Wizard appears. Follow the on -screen instructions. 4. Plug one end of the Ethernet cable into the network To set up an Ethernet Internet connection Your computer accommodates both 10BASE... with data transfer speeds of your computer. Connecting an Ethernet Cable 2. Click Next. If the Location Information dialog box appears, follow the on -screen instructions. Click Start, point to a network connection. 2. If it is not already selected, click to select Connect to the Internet, and click...
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... to your computer. You can connect to your network administrator. Connect an Ethernet or telephone cable to the Local Information dialog box, follow the on-screen instructions. Click Next. Do not connect any telephone cable. Connecting an Ethernet Cable 2. The Network Setup Wizard appears. Only connect 10BASE-T and 100BASE-TX cables...
... to your computer. You can connect to your network administrator. Connect an Ethernet or telephone cable to the Local Information dialog box, follow the on-screen instructions. Click Next. Do not connect any telephone cable. Connecting an Ethernet Cable 2. The Network Setup Wizard appears. Only connect 10BASE-T and 100BASE-TX cables...
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... Accessories, Communications, and click New Connection Wizard. 3. Page 26 From the Start menu, point to your network administrator for more information. 2. Follow the on -screen instructions. 4. To connect to the network at my workplace, and then click Next. 5. Click Next. Click Connect to a remote network using a telephone or ... a dial-up Internet connection for the detailed settings and devices needed to connect to the Local Information dialog box, follow the on -screen instructions. 6. Ask your computer. the left panel. If you are prompted to an existing network.
... Accessories, Communications, and click New Connection Wizard. 3. Page 26 From the Start menu, point to your network administrator for more information. 2. Follow the on -screen instructions. 4. To connect to the network at my workplace, and then click Next. 5. Click Next. Click Connect to a remote network using a telephone or ... a dial-up Internet connection for the detailed settings and devices needed to connect to the Local Information dialog box, follow the on -screen instructions. 6. Ask your computer. the left panel. If you are prompted to an existing network.
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... System Properties dialog box appears. To adjust the volume for this CD-ROM device check box if it is not already selected. 6. Click Start on -screen display may need to open the submenu. 4. Select the Hardware tab, and in speakers by doing one of the following: Using the Function keys...
... System Properties dialog box appears. To adjust the volume for this CD-ROM device check box if it is not already selected. 6. Click Start on -screen display may need to open the submenu. 4. Select the Hardware tab, and in speakers by doing one of the following: Using the Function keys...
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...(s) you copy files to a CD-RW or CD-R disc, read the following notes to avoid a computer malfunction and ensure the best results: Deactivate the screen saver and exit anti-virus software. Deactivate memory-resident disc utilities to avoid data loss. Disable the FindFast program if it is at...
...(s) you copy files to a CD-RW or CD-R disc, read the following notes to avoid a computer malfunction and ensure the best results: Deactivate the screen saver and exit anti-virus software. Deactivate memory-resident disc utilities to avoid data loss. Disable the FindFast program if it is at...
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The finder screen 3. Page 48 Using the CAPTURE Button 2. Rotating the MOTION EYE Cam era 4. Press the CAPTURE button on the computer, or click the CAPTURE button on ... sharpen the image. Rotate the focus ring to start the Network Smart Capture program. You can capture still images in the finder screen. Adjusting the Focus Ring See the VAIO Software Tutorials or the Network Smart Capture Help file for more information on the Network Smart Capture window. The image appears in...
The finder screen 3. Page 48 Using the CAPTURE Button 2. Rotating the MOTION EYE Cam era 4. Press the CAPTURE button on the computer, or click the CAPTURE button on ... sharpen the image. Rotate the focus ring to start the Network Smart Capture program. You can capture still images in the finder screen. Adjusting the Focus Ring See the VAIO Software Tutorials or the Network Smart Capture Help file for more information on the Network Smart Capture window. The image appears in...
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Page 55 You can point to, select, drag, and scroll objects on the screen using the built-in front of the keyboard. Computer Features Using the Touch Pad A pointing device called a touch pad is located in touch pad.
Page 55 You can point to, select, drag, and scroll objects on the screen using the built-in front of the keyboard. Computer Features Using the Touch Pad A pointing device called a touch pad is located in touch pad.
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Page 56 Computer Features Using the Touch Pad A pointing device called a touch pad is located in touch pad. You can point to, select, drag, and scroll objects on the screen using the built-in front of the keyboard.
Page 56 Computer Features Using the Touch Pad A pointing device called a touch pad is located in touch pad. You can point to, select, drag, and scroll objects on the screen using the built-in front of the keyboard.
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Make sure the access light is removed prematurely, a blue screen with a message may eject completely from the slot. Page 65 The Memory Stick media may appear prompting you to continue or exit. Removing Memory Stick ...
Make sure the access light is removed prematurely, a blue screen with a message may eject completely from the slot. Page 65 The Memory Stick media may appear prompting you to continue or exit. Removing Memory Stick ...
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...with each function key may vary from a menu, you to make corrections to issue commands. The Escape key cancels commands. The Print Screen key takes an electronic snapshot of clicking Start on the front beveled edge of choosing the Save command from one program to deactivate the...It is the equivalent of context-sensitive choices. See Windows key combinations for more information. for more information. It is the equivalent of the screen and moves it . They also function as Ctrl+S). The task associated with other keys to keystrokes. You can hold down Ctrl and press S...
...with each function key may vary from a menu, you to make corrections to issue commands. The Escape key cancels commands. The Print Screen key takes an electronic snapshot of clicking Start on the front beveled edge of choosing the Save command from one program to deactivate the...It is the equivalent of context-sensitive choices. See Windows key combinations for more information. for more information. It is the equivalent of the screen and moves it . They also function as Ctrl+S). The task associated with other keys to keystrokes. You can hold down Ctrl and press S...
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...), a connected external display, and both the LCD and an external display. Hibernate mode consumes the lowest level of the computer screen (LCD). To decrease volume, press the Fn+F4 keys and then press the or key. otherwise, Fn+F7 will not work. Fn key combinations Key ... the system into Hibernate mode, a power management state. To return the system to the active state, press any key or the power button. An on-screen display appears notifying you turn on . To increase volume, press the Fn+F4 keys and then press the or key. To decrease brightness, press the...
...), a connected external display, and both the LCD and an external display. Hibernate mode consumes the lowest level of the computer screen (LCD). To decrease volume, press the Fn+F4 keys and then press the or key. otherwise, Fn+F7 will not work. Fn key combinations Key ... the system into Hibernate mode, a power management state. To return the system to the active state, press any key or the power button. An on-screen display appears notifying you turn on . To increase volume, press the Fn+F4 keys and then press the or key. To decrease brightness, press the...
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Connecting a mouse or keyboard If you connect the mouse or keyboard when the computer is on -screen instructions to your printed VAIO® Computer Quick Start. (One USB port supports one USB connection.) 2. If the New Hardware Wizard appears, follow the on , you through the software installation, ...
Connecting a mouse or keyboard If you connect the mouse or keyboard when the computer is on -screen instructions to your printed VAIO® Computer Quick Start. (One USB port supports one USB connection.) 2. If the New Hardware Wizard appears, follow the on , you through the software installation, ...
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... the lower right corner of up to the external device. The i.LINK port supports transfer rates of your computer. The preinstalled programs on your screen. Turn on or off. The i.LINK port does not supply power to 400 Mbps; Connecting an i.LINK Digital Video Cam era Recorder See the guide...
... the lower right corner of up to the external device. The i.LINK port supports transfer rates of your computer. The preinstalled programs on your screen. Turn on or off. The i.LINK port does not supply power to 400 Mbps; Connecting an i.LINK Digital Video Cam era Recorder See the guide...
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Plug the display cable into an AC outlet. 2. To connect a computer monitor 1. If it is plugged into the VGA monitor port on the computer monitor. 4. Connecting a Com puter Monitor Page 99 Connecting a computer monitor Your computer can display images to the computer screen (LCD), to an external computer monitor, or to toggle the display between your computer is on. Press the Fn+F7 keys to both the LCD and external monitor while your computer, the monitor, or both the computer and monitor. Make sure the computer monitor is not already on, turn on the computer. 3.
Plug the display cable into an AC outlet. 2. To connect a computer monitor 1. If it is plugged into the VGA monitor port on the computer monitor. 4. Connecting a Com puter Monitor Page 99 Connecting a computer monitor Your computer can display images to the computer screen (LCD), to an external computer monitor, or to toggle the display between your computer is on. Press the Fn+F7 keys to both the LCD and external monitor while your computer, the monitor, or both the computer and monitor. Make sure the computer monitor is not already on, turn on the computer. 3.