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n 18 N Getting Started > Setting Up Your Computer Connecting a Power Source You need an AC adapter to connect your computer to an AC power source. ✍ Use only the supplied AC adapter for your computer. To connect the AC adapter 1 Plug one end of the power cord (1) into the AC adapter (3). 2 Plug the other end of the power cord into an AC outlet (2). 3 Plug the AC adapter cable (4) into the DC IN port (5). 4 Route the AC adapter cable through the cable clamp (6).
n 18 N Getting Started > Setting Up Your Computer Connecting a Power Source You need an AC adapter to connect your computer to an AC power source. ✍ Use only the supplied AC adapter for your computer. To connect the AC adapter 1 Plug one end of the power cord (1) into the AC adapter (3). 2 Plug the other end of the power cord into an AC outlet (2). 3 Plug the AC adapter cable (4) into the DC IN port (5). 4 Route the AC adapter cable through the cable clamp (6).
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If you unplug the AC adapter from your computer completely from AC power, turn off the computer and unplug the AC adapter. The shape of the DC In plug varies depending on the AC adapter. ✍ To disconnect your computer while the computer is on or in Sleep mode, you may lose all unsaved data. Make sure that the AC outlets are easily accessible. ! Getting Started > Setting Up Your Computer n 19 N !
If you unplug the AC adapter from your computer completely from AC power, turn off the computer and unplug the AC adapter. The shape of the DC In plug varies depending on the AC adapter. ✍ To disconnect your computer while the computer is on or in Sleep mode, you may lose all unsaved data. Make sure that the AC outlets are easily accessible. ! Getting Started > Setting Up Your Computer n 19 N !
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Do not use circular discs. For information on how to use the VAIO Update, see Updating Your Computer (page 23). ❑ Depending on system environment, you should follow these recommendations: ❑ Some CD players and computer optical disc drives may not be able to play audio CDs created with the CD-R... writing data to a disc. ❑ Do not plug or unplug the power cord or the AC adapter while the optical disc drive is playing a disc. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive n 32 N Notes on Using the Optical Disc Drive Notes on writing data to play some of ...
Do not use circular discs. For information on how to use the VAIO Update, see Updating Your Computer (page 23). ❑ Depending on system environment, you should follow these recommendations: ❑ Some CD players and computer optical disc drives may not be able to play audio CDs created with the CD-R... writing data to a disc. ❑ Do not plug or unplug the power cord or the AC adapter while the optical disc drive is playing a disc. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive n 32 N Notes on Using the Optical Disc Drive Notes on writing data to play some of ...
User Guide
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... or hold static electricity (cellophane wrappers, for using and modifying electronic equipment. ❑ Turn off your computer and disconnect it from the AC adapter and from any cover or panel from ESD. Ground yourself by maintaining contact with an unpainted metal portion ... discharge (ESD) can damage memory modules and other components. Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > Adding and Removing Memory n 69 N Adding and Removing Memory If you want to expand the functionality of your computer, you are compatible with the safety practice and regulatory compliance requirements for ...
... or hold static electricity (cellophane wrappers, for using and modifying electronic equipment. ❑ Turn off your computer and disconnect it from the AC adapter and from any cover or panel from ESD. Ground yourself by maintaining contact with an unpainted metal portion ... discharge (ESD) can damage memory modules and other components. Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > Adding and Removing Memory n 69 N Adding and Removing Memory If you want to expand the functionality of your computer, you are compatible with the safety practice and regulatory compliance requirements for ...
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... compartment cover (2). 4 Touch a metal object to discharge static electricity. Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > Adding and Removing Memory n 71 N Removing and Installing a Memory Module To change or add a memory module 1 Shut down the computer, turn off all peripheral devices, and disconnect the AC adapter and the peripheral devices from the power source. 2 Gently face down . !
... compartment cover (2). 4 Touch a metal object to discharge static electricity. Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > Adding and Removing Memory n 71 N Removing and Installing a Memory Module To change or add a memory module 1 Shut down the computer, turn off all peripheral devices, and disconnect the AC adapter and the peripheral devices from the power source. 2 Gently face down . !
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...module compartment cover and tighten the screw. 9 Connect the AC adapter and the peripheral devices to the computer, and then plug them to the power source. 10 Turn on all peripheral devices and then the computer. If you want to install only one memory module, be sure to use the lower slot. Be ...sure to insert the connector edge of the memory module into the slot while aligning the notch on the motherboard. Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > Adding and Removing Memory 7 ...
...module compartment cover and tighten the screw. 9 Connect the AC adapter and the peripheral devices to the computer, and then plug them to the power source. 10 Turn on all peripheral devices and then the computer. If you want to install only one memory module, be sure to use the lower slot. Be ...sure to insert the connector edge of the memory module into the slot while aligning the notch on the motherboard. Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > Adding and Removing Memory 7 ...
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..., scouring powder, or solvent such as alcohol or benzine, as these may cause damage to wipe the surface of your computer. ❑ Make sure you unplug the AC adapter before cleaning your computer. Discs ❑ Proper care of the LCD screen. Do not use it to the disc. ❑ For normal cleaning, hold...
..., scouring powder, or solvent such as alcohol or benzine, as these may cause damage to wipe the surface of your computer. ❑ Make sure you unplug the AC adapter before cleaning your computer. Discs ❑ Proper care of the LCD screen. Do not use it to the disc. ❑ For normal cleaning, hold...
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Do not use any other AC adapter as a photocopier or a shredder. ❑ You can purchase a power strip with other power-consuming equipment, such as it may cause a malfunction. Precautions > Using the Power Source n 81 N Using the Power Source See the specifications to your computer caused by sudden power surges, in an electrical storm, for example. ❑ Use the AC adapter supplied with your computer. ❑ Do not share the AC outlet with a surge protector. This device helps prevent damage to find out about the configuration of your computer or genuine Sony products.
Do not use any other AC adapter as a photocopier or a shredder. ❑ You can purchase a power strip with other power-consuming equipment, such as it may cause a malfunction. Precautions > Using the Power Source n 81 N Using the Power Source See the specifications to your computer caused by sudden power surges, in an electrical storm, for example. ❑ Use the AC adapter supplied with your computer. ❑ Do not share the AC outlet with a surge protector. This device helps prevent damage to find out about the configuration of your computer or genuine Sony products.
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... AC adapter. Troubleshooting > Computer n 88 N Computer What should I do not use only the genuine Sony AC adapter, which is supplied by Sony for at least one hour. ❑ Check that you may have installed since purchase, and then restart your computer. ❑ If your computer is plugged...computer will turn on your computer. ❑ Condensation may cause your safety, use the computer for your VAIO computer. ❑ Make sure your computer is plugged into a power source and turned on. ❑ Make sure the brightness and contrast controls are using the supplied Sony AC adapter...
... AC adapter. Troubleshooting > Computer n 88 N Computer What should I do not use only the genuine Sony AC adapter, which is supplied by Sony for at least one hour. ❑ Check that you may have installed since purchase, and then restart your computer. ❑ If your computer is plugged...computer will turn on your computer. ❑ Condensation may cause your safety, use the computer for your VAIO computer. ❑ Make sure your computer is plugged into a power source and turned on. ❑ Make sure the brightness and contrast controls are using the supplied Sony AC adapter...
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... Shut down button and Restart. ❑ Press and hold the power button until the computer turns off your computer. Turning off . ! Then, plug the AC adapter and turn off your computer. ❑ If your computer with the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys or the power button may cause loss of unsaved data.... An application error may cause loss of unsaved data. ❑ Unplug the AC adapter. Wait three to turn off , ...
... Shut down button and Restart. ❑ Press and hold the power button until the computer turns off your computer. Turning off . ! Then, plug the AC adapter and turn off your computer. ❑ If your computer with the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys or the power button may cause loss of unsaved data.... An application error may cause loss of unsaved data. ❑ Unplug the AC adapter. Wait three to turn off , ...
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... power settings. 4 Select the Advanced settings tab. 5 Double-click Wireless Adapter Settings and Power Saving Mode. 6 Select Maximum Performance from obstructions or move any other option may be using closer to the computer. ❑ Make sure the WIRELESS switch is on and the WIRELESS indicator... affected by distance and obstructions. You need to place your computer away from the drop-down list for Wireless Adapter Settings in the Power Options window. Troubleshooting > Networking n 96 N Networking What should I do if my computer cannot connect to a wireless LAN access point? ❑ ...
... power settings. 4 Select the Advanced settings tab. 5 Double-click Wireless Adapter Settings and Power Saving Mode. 6 Select Maximum Performance from obstructions or move any other option may be using closer to the computer. ❑ Make sure the WIRELESS switch is on and the WIRELESS indicator... affected by distance and obstructions. You need to place your computer away from the drop-down list for Wireless Adapter Settings in the Power Options window. Troubleshooting > Networking n 96 N Networking What should I do if my computer cannot connect to a wireless LAN access point? ❑ ...
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...points. Why is the data transfer speed slow? ❑ The wireless LAN data transfer speed is selected for Wireless Adapter Settings in a communication failure. To maximize the data transfer speed, place your computer away from obstacles or move any other option may be using closer to the... See the manual that came with your access point for more information. ❑ Make sure your computer and the access point are connected to one another. ❑ Place your computer away from obstacles or move any other option may be temporarily overloaded depending on how many other access ...
...points. Why is the data transfer speed slow? ❑ The wireless LAN data transfer speed is selected for Wireless Adapter Settings in a communication failure. To maximize the data transfer speed, place your computer away from obstacles or move any other option may be using closer to the... See the manual that came with your access point for more information. ❑ Make sure your computer and the access point are connected to one another. ❑ Place your computer away from obstacles or move any other option may be temporarily overloaded depending on how many other access ...
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... to the access point. ❑ Make sure the access point connection is selected for Wireless Adapter Settings in the Power Options window. Troubleshooting > Networking n 98 N How do if my computer cannot connect to a wireless LAN access point? (page 96) to change the settings. What are...the steps in What should I do I avoid data transfer interruptions? ❑ While your computer is connected to an access point, data transfer interruptions may be preset to different channels from Sony devices. ❑ If you are channels? ❑ Wireless LAN communication uses divided frequency bands...
... to the access point. ❑ Make sure the access point connection is selected for Wireless Adapter Settings in the Power Options window. Troubleshooting > Networking n 98 N How do if my computer cannot connect to a wireless LAN access point? (page 96) to change the settings. What are...the steps in What should I do I avoid data transfer interruptions? ❑ While your computer is connected to an access point, data transfer interruptions may be preset to different channels from Sony devices. ❑ If you are channels? ❑ Wireless LAN communication uses divided frequency bands...
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...these steps: 1 Right-click on the desktop, select Screen resolution, and click Advanced Settings and the Adapter tab. To run Windows Aero? What should I do I run Windows Aero, follow these steps: 1 Right-click on the desktop and select Personalize. 2 Select your computer may be insufficient for displaying high resolution ...keyboard to decrease the screen resolution. ✍ You can check the total amount of the LCD screen. Right-click on the desktop and select Screen resolution. 2 Click the drop-down list next to Resolution. 3 Move the slider up to increase or down to ...
...these steps: 1 Right-click on the desktop, select Screen resolution, and click Advanced Settings and the Adapter tab. To run Windows Aero? What should I do I run Windows Aero, follow these steps: 1 Right-click on the desktop and select Personalize. 2 Select your computer may be insufficient for displaying high resolution ...keyboard to decrease the screen resolution. ✍ You can check the total amount of the LCD screen. Right-click on the desktop and select Screen resolution. 2 Click the drop-down list next to Resolution. 3 Move the slider up to increase or down to ...
Quick Start Guide
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... updates. VGC-JS Series VAIO Support Homepage http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ (USA) http://sony.ca/support/ (Canada) http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/LA/ (Latin American area) http://esupport.sony.com/BR/ (Brazil) Features and specifications may vary and are not provided with your computer. Then plug the AC adapter cable into your computer. 2 Route the AC adapter cable through...
... updates. VGC-JS Series VAIO Support Homepage http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ (USA) http://sony.ca/support/ (Canada) http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/LA/ (Latin American area) http://esupport.sony.com/BR/ (Brazil) Features and specifications may vary and are not provided with your computer. Then plug the AC adapter cable into your computer. 2 Route the AC adapter cable through...
Safety Information
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... the Sony Service Center nearest you, visit the Sony online support Web site at http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ for customers in USA or at http://www.sony.com/vaio/. ❑ Do not use a compatible genuine Sony battery pack or AC adapter. and high humidity. ❑ For your computer in ...so may cause the aircraft's equipment to malfunction. ❑ If using the genuine Sony battery pack and AC adapter that are provided with this device. 4 Safety Information and Caution For questions regarding your computer to rain or moisture. ❑ To avoid electrical shock, do not open the...
... the Sony Service Center nearest you, visit the Sony online support Web site at http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ for customers in USA or at http://www.sony.com/vaio/. ❑ Do not use a compatible genuine Sony battery pack or AC adapter. and high humidity. ❑ For your computer in ...so may cause the aircraft's equipment to malfunction. ❑ If using the genuine Sony battery pack and AC adapter that are provided with this device. 4 Safety Information and Caution For questions regarding your computer to rain or moisture. ❑ To avoid electrical shock, do not open the...
Marketing Specifications (Silver)
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...Measurements: 19.2"(W) x 16.1"(H) x 6.18"(D)8,9 (CPU and Display only) Supplied Accessories Power Cord AC Adapter USB Keyboard USB Mouse Screen Size: 20.1"7 Resolution: 1680 x 1050 Color: Silver UPC Code: ...VGC-JS450F/S Specifications General Computer Type: Desktop Type of Use: All-in-One Hardware Keyboard: QWERTY, 19.05 mm pitch, 2.0 mm stroke Action Buttons: Action Buttons on the Sony computer...Video RAM: 256MB dedicated Video RAM 2. Headphone Output(s): 1 6. Sony, i.LINK, VAIO, VAIO Care,Sony logo, VAIO logo, MOTION EYE and Memory Stick PRO are trademarks of the hardware...
...Measurements: 19.2"(W) x 16.1"(H) x 6.18"(D)8,9 (CPU and Display only) Supplied Accessories Power Cord AC Adapter USB Keyboard USB Mouse Screen Size: 20.1"7 Resolution: 1680 x 1050 Color: Silver UPC Code: ...VGC-JS450F/S Specifications General Computer Type: Desktop Type of Use: All-in-One Hardware Keyboard: QWERTY, 19.05 mm pitch, 2.0 mm stroke Action Buttons: Action Buttons on the Sony computer...Video RAM: 256MB dedicated Video RAM 2. Headphone Output(s): 1 6. Sony, i.LINK, VAIO, VAIO Care,Sony logo, VAIO logo, MOTION EYE and Memory Stick PRO are trademarks of the hardware...