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Saves the state of power. The system remains on, and the computer screen (LCD) is reduced to a minimum. Saves the state of the setting you to turn off specific devices to save your computer has two distinct power saving ...
Saves the state of power. The system remains on, and the computer screen (LCD) is reduced to a minimum. Saves the state of the setting you to turn off specific devices to save your computer has two distinct power saving ...
User Guide
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... management with longer time-outs on . Spreadsheet Optimizes performance and power requirements for DVD usage. This option is set to optimize power management for LCD (Video) Standby, Hard Disk Standby, and Standby mode to Maximum Battery Life by stopping power to optimize power management for... LCD (Video) Standby, Hard Disk Standby, and Standby mode to the optical drive. You can also establish settings for your system. Presentation Keeps the display ...
... management with longer time-outs on . Spreadsheet Optimizes performance and power requirements for DVD usage. This option is set to optimize power management for LCD (Video) Standby, Hard Disk Standby, and Standby mode to Maximum Battery Life by stopping power to optimize power management for... LCD (Video) Standby, Hard Disk Standby, and Standby mode to the optical drive. You can also establish settings for your system. Presentation Keeps the display ...
User Guide
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... settings are listed in a power saving mode the more power than Standby mode. The longer you can select a brightness level of available profiles. Hibernate or LCD Off conserves the most power when the battery is low. Make your system when the battery power is low. You can set the fan speed... to AC power. See PowerPanel Help for descriptions of one to power your computer, your computer. Right-click the setting under System, LCD(Video), Hard Disk, or Other Devices that profile is not in order from the greatest to sit idle while it is idle. The longer you...
... settings are listed in a power saving mode the more power than Standby mode. The longer you can select a brightness level of available profiles. Hibernate or LCD Off conserves the most power when the battery is low. Make your system when the battery power is low. You can set the fan speed... to AC power. See PowerPanel Help for descriptions of one to power your computer, your computer. Right-click the setting under System, LCD(Video), Hard Disk, or Other Devices that profile is not in order from the greatest to sit idle while it is idle. The longer you...
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LCD Standby Timer Controls the time it takes the system to turn off power to the i.LINK port conserves power. Controls power to the optical drive ... the Memory Stick media slot. Page 17 HDD Standby Timer Controls the time it takes the system to turn off power to the computer screen (LCD) when the system is idle. Memory Stick Port Power-saving slot conserves power. Disabling power to the Memory Stick Optical Drive Power-Saving Controls power...
LCD Standby Timer Controls the time it takes the system to turn off power to the i.LINK port conserves power. Controls power to the optical drive ... the Memory Stick media slot. Page 17 HDD Standby Timer Controls the time it takes the system to turn off power to the computer screen (LCD) when the system is idle. Memory Stick Port Power-saving slot conserves power. Disabling power to the Memory Stick Optical Drive Power-Saving Controls power...
User Guide
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... the drivers. 3. Condensation can come off while the disc is in the Device Manager box. Select the Hardware tab, and click Device Manager in LCD (Video) Standby mode, press any key to cancel the Volume Control and CD Audio Mute check boxes. 2. If the computer is in the audio... between the speakers and the computer. 4. Restart the computer by selecting the Driver tab, and clicking Driver Details. 6. Why did the computer screen (LCD) go blank if the computer has lost power or has entered a power saving mode (Standby or Hibernate). What do I maintain CDs and DVDs?
... the drivers. 3. Condensation can come off while the disc is in the Device Manager box. Select the Hardware tab, and click Device Manager in LCD (Video) Standby mode, press any key to cancel the Volume Control and CD Audio Mute check boxes. 2. If the computer is in the audio... between the speakers and the computer. 4. Restart the computer by selecting the Driver tab, and clicking Driver Details. 6. Why did the computer screen (LCD) go blank if the computer has lost power or has entered a power saving mode (Standby or Hibernate). What do I maintain CDs and DVDs?
User Guide
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... brightness, press Fn+F5 and then press or . Fn+F7 Toggles the display between the computer screen (LCD), a connected external device, such as a monitor or projector, and both the LCD and external device. otherwise, Fn+F7 will not work. Connect the cable before you when a change occurs.... Hibernate mode consumes the lowest level of the computer screen (LCD). To return the system to normal operating mode, press the power button. Fn+F12 Puts the system into Standby mode, a power management ...
... brightness, press Fn+F5 and then press or . Fn+F7 Toggles the display between the computer screen (LCD), a connected external device, such as a monitor or projector, and both the LCD and external device. otherwise, Fn+F7 will not work. Connect the cable before you when a change occurs.... Hibernate mode consumes the lowest level of the computer screen (LCD). To return the system to normal operating mode, press the power button. Fn+F12 Puts the system into Standby mode, a power management ...
User Guide
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If you purchased a port replicator, you can display images to the computer screen (LCD), to an external computer monitor, or to both the computer and monitor. Plug the display cable into an AC outlet. 2. Use the Monitor (VGA) port ...on the computer monitor. 4. You cannot use the Monitor (VGA) port on your computer, the monitor, or both the LCD and external monitor while your computer is plugged into the Monitor (VGA) port on . See Connecting a Flat-Panel Display for more information. If it is...
If you purchased a port replicator, you can display images to the computer screen (LCD), to an external computer monitor, or to both the computer and monitor. Plug the display cable into an AC outlet. 2. Use the Monitor (VGA) port ...on the computer monitor. 4. You cannot use the Monitor (VGA) port on your computer, the monitor, or both the LCD and external monitor while your computer is plugged into the Monitor (VGA) port on . See Connecting a Flat-Panel Display for more information. If it is...
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... and the projector. Connecting a Projector 3. Plug the display cable into an AC outlet. 2. Plug the projector into the Monitor (VGA) port on the computer screen (LCD).
... and the projector. Connecting a Projector 3. Plug the display cable into an AC outlet. 2. Plug the projector into the Monitor (VGA) port on the computer screen (LCD).
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...Multiple Monitors) and Mobility Radeon Properties Dialog Box Page 117 Shortcut keys Result Fn+F7 Toggles the display between the computer screen (LCD), the external display, or both the LCD and external display. Connect the cable before you can connect external displays to your computer. 2. otherwise, Fn+F7 may not ... switch the display using shortcut keys or the Display Properties settings. Selecting a display You can switch the display between the computer screen (LCD), a connected external display, such as a monitor or projector, and both , using the Display Properties settings 1.
...Multiple Monitors) and Mobility Radeon Properties Dialog Box Page 117 Shortcut keys Result Fn+F7 Toggles the display between the computer screen (LCD), the external display, or both the LCD and external display. Connect the cable before you can connect external displays to your computer. 2. otherwise, Fn+F7 may not ... switch the display using shortcut keys or the Display Properties settings. Selecting a display You can switch the display between the computer screen (LCD), a connected external display, such as a monitor or projector, and both , using the Display Properties settings 1.
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Click OK. For more information, click Help. Page 118 You may not be able to display the computer screen (LCD) and an external display or projector at the same time, depending on the types of the display. 6. If you are using. Click Apply. 7. Click the red button on the display panel of your movie or DVD on the external display, change the monitor or TV setting by clicking on the Primary icon on the upper left corner of computer displays and projectors you cannot see your choice. 5.
Click OK. For more information, click Help. Page 118 You may not be able to display the computer screen (LCD) and an external display or projector at the same time, depending on the types of the display. 6. If you are using. Click Apply. 7. Click the red button on the display panel of your movie or DVD on the external display, change the monitor or TV setting by clicking on the Primary icon on the upper left corner of computer displays and projectors you cannot see your choice. 5.
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... appears. 3. If this procedure does not work, press and hold the power button or slide and hold the Windows key 1 A vailable on the computer screen (LCD)? Select Edit/Create Profiles. 1. Press the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys simultaneously.
... appears. 3. If this procedure does not work, press and hold the power button or slide and hold the Windows key 1 A vailable on the computer screen (LCD)? Select Edit/Create Profiles. 1. Press the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys simultaneously.
Quick Start Guide
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VAIO® Computer User Guide Using the VAIO Recovery Wizard 48 Caring for Your Computer 57 Storing Your Computer 58 Using Cables and Connections 58 Cleaning Your Computer 59 Handling the LCD Screen 59 Troubleshooting 61 Troubleshooting Your Computer (Windows XP)..... 62 Troubleshooting Your Computer (Windows 2000).. 67 Support Options 71 Index 73 4
VAIO® Computer User Guide Using the VAIO Recovery Wizard 48 Caring for Your Computer 57 Storing Your Computer 58 Using Cables and Connections 58 Cleaning Your Computer 59 Handling the LCD Screen 59 Troubleshooting 61 Troubleshooting Your Computer (Windows XP)..... 62 Troubleshooting Your Computer (Windows 2000).. 67 Support Options 71 Index 73 4
Quick Start Guide
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Locating Controls and Ports Locating Controls and Ports Front 4 1 Computer screen (LCD) 2 Speakers 3 Keyboard 4 Touch pad 5 Left and right buttons 6 Memory Stick® media indicator 7 Power switch 8 Wireless LAN switch* 9 Power indicator 10 Battery indicator 11 Hard disk drive indicator 12 Wireless LAN indicator* 13 Num lock indicator 14 Caps lock indicator 15 Scroll lock indicator * Wireless LAN capabilities are available on selected models only. 19
Locating Controls and Ports Locating Controls and Ports Front 4 1 Computer screen (LCD) 2 Speakers 3 Keyboard 4 Touch pad 5 Left and right buttons 6 Memory Stick® media indicator 7 Power switch 8 Wireless LAN switch* 9 Power indicator 10 Battery indicator 11 Hard disk drive indicator 12 Wireless LAN indicator* 13 Num lock indicator 14 Caps lock indicator 15 Scroll lock indicator * Wireless LAN capabilities are available on selected models only. 19
Quick Start Guide
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... lights up. Using the Touch Pad 2 Slide the power switch to the right, the computer turns off. 3 If necessary, adjust the brightness controls for the LCD display as follows: ❑ To increase brightness, press the Fn+F5 keys, and then press the Up Arrow key or Right Arrow key . ❑ To...
... lights up. Using the Touch Pad 2 Slide the power switch to the right, the computer turns off. 3 If necessary, adjust the brightness controls for the LCD display as follows: ❑ To increase brightness, press the Fn+F5 keys, and then press the Up Arrow key or Right Arrow key . ❑ To...
Quick Start Guide
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Caring for Your Computer This section provides information on how to safely use your Sony computer. ❑ Storing Your Computer ❑ Using Cables and Connections ❑ Cleaning Your Computer ❑ Handling the LCD Screen 57
Caring for Your Computer This section provides information on how to safely use your Sony computer. ❑ Storing Your Computer ❑ Using Cables and Connections ❑ Cleaning Your Computer ❑ Handling the LCD Screen 57
Quick Start Guide
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... the computer. Be careful when using high-precision technology. When the computer returns to normal temperature, the screen returns to wipe the LCD screen or canned compressed air. ❑ Always disconnect the power cord before you correct the problem. Use a soft, dry cloth to... normal. ❑ The screen becomes warm during operation. Handling the LCD Screen ❑ Direct sunlight can cause a malfunction. ❑ Using the computer in low temperature conditions may produce a residual image on it again...
... the computer. Be careful when using high-precision technology. When the computer returns to normal temperature, the screen returns to wipe the LCD screen or canned compressed air. ❑ Always disconnect the power cord before you correct the problem. Use a soft, dry cloth to... normal. ❑ The screen becomes warm during operation. Handling the LCD Screen ❑ Direct sunlight can cause a malfunction. ❑ Using the computer in low temperature conditions may produce a residual image on it again...
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.... 66 This is normal. Because your computer's CPU utilizes a type of the maximum speed. VAIO® Computer Quick Start 1 Click Start on the computer screen (LCD)? You may display the CPU's current speed instead of CPU speed controlling technology for power conservation purposes, System Properties may need to refresh the computer...
.... 66 This is normal. Because your computer's CPU utilizes a type of the maximum speed. VAIO® Computer Quick Start 1 Click Start on the computer screen (LCD)? You may display the CPU's current speed instead of CPU speed controlling technology for power conservation purposes, System Properties may need to refresh the computer...
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Why don't my changes appear on the computer screen (LCD)? VAIO® Computer Quick Start 1 Close all open programs. 2 Restart the computer. The Windows Security dialog box appears. 2 Press the Right Arrow key to select ...
Why don't my changes appear on the computer screen (LCD)? VAIO® Computer Quick Start 1 Close all open programs. 2 Restart the computer. The Windows Security dialog box appears. 2 Press the Right Arrow key to select ...
Quick Start Guide
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... 29 buttons left 19 power 19 right 19 C caps lock 19 complete recovery 55 computer cables 58 care 57 cleaning 59 controls and connectors 19 LCD screen 59 online support 71 specifications 16 specifications (online) 33 storage 58 troubleshooting 62, 67 turning off 36 turning on 26 unpacking 16 updates 33...-up connection 34 E Electronic Flyer 33, 34 Energy Star 5 Ethernet port 21 removing protective tab 22 F F10 recovery 49 faxes laws governing 11 H handling the LCD screen 59 hard disk drive indicator 19 hard drive recovery 41 headphone jack 20 help 32, 61 73
... 29 buttons left 19 power 19 right 19 C caps lock 19 complete recovery 55 computer cables 58 care 57 cleaning 59 controls and connectors 19 LCD screen 59 online support 71 specifications 16 specifications (online) 33 storage 58 troubleshooting 62, 67 turning off 36 turning on 26 unpacking 16 updates 33...-up connection 34 E Electronic Flyer 33, 34 Energy Star 5 Ethernet port 21 removing protective tab 22 F F10 recovery 49 faxes laws governing 11 H handling the LCD screen 59 hard disk drive indicator 19 hard drive recovery 41 headphone jack 20 help 32, 61 73
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... lock 19 power 19 scroll lock 19 Wireless LAN 19 input devices 9 interference 9 Internet connection 34 J jacks headphone 20 microphone 20 modem 21 K keyboard 19 L LCD screen handling 59 locating 19 M maintenance 59 manual 32 Memory Stick media indicator 19, 21 slot 21 microphone jack 20 modem jack 21 laws governing...
... lock 19 power 19 scroll lock 19 Wireless LAN 19 input devices 9 interference 9 Internet connection 34 J jacks headphone 20 microphone 20 modem 21 K keyboard 19 L LCD screen handling 59 locating 19 M maintenance 59 manual 32 Memory Stick media indicator 19, 21 slot 21 microphone jack 20 modem jack 21 laws governing...