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... ...12 Getting Started ...14 Locating Controls and Ports...15 About the Indicator Lights ...22 Connecting a Power Source ...24 Using the Battery Pack ...25 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely ...33 Using Your VAIO Computer ...34 Using the Keyboard ...35 Using the Touch Pad ...36 Using Special-function Buttons ...37 Using the Built-in...
... ...12 Getting Started ...14 Locating Controls and Ports...15 About the Indicator Lights ...22 Connecting a Power Source ...24 Using the Battery Pack ...25 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely ...33 Using Your VAIO Computer ...34 Using the Keyboard ...35 Using the Touch Pad ...36 Using Special-function Buttons ...37 Using the Built-in...
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n4 N Precautions ...143 Handling the LCD Screen ...144 Using the Power Source ...145 Handling Your Computer ...146 Handling the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...148 Handling Floppy Disks ...149 Handling Discs ...150 Using the Battery Pack ...151 Using Headphones ...153 Handling the Memory Stick ...154 Handling the Hard Disk ...155 Updating Your Computer ...156 Troubleshooting ...157 Computer ...159 System Security ...167 Battery...168 Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...170 Internet ...172 Networking ...174 Bluetooth Technology ...177 Optical Discs ...181 Display ...186 Printing ...190 Microphone ...191
n4 N Precautions ...143 Handling the LCD Screen ...144 Using the Power Source ...145 Handling Your Computer ...146 Handling the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...148 Handling Floppy Disks ...149 Handling Discs ...150 Using the Battery Pack ...151 Using Headphones ...153 Handling the Memory Stick ...154 Handling the Hard Disk ...155 Updating Your Computer ...156 Troubleshooting ...157 Computer ...159 System Security ...167 Battery...168 Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...170 Internet ...172 Networking ...174 Bluetooth Technology ...177 Optical Discs ...181 Display ...186 Printing ...190 Microphone ...191
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...) ❑ About the Indicator Lights (page 22) ❑ Connecting a Power Source (page 24) ❑ Using the Battery Pack (page 25) ❑ Shutting Down Your Computer Safely (page 33) Be sure to get started using your VAIO computer. ! n 14 N Getting Started Getting Started This section describes how to start up your computer with...
...) ❑ About the Indicator Lights (page 22) ❑ Connecting a Power Source (page 24) ❑ Using the Battery Pack (page 25) ❑ Shutting Down Your Computer Safely (page 33) Be sure to get started using your VAIO computer. ! n 14 N Getting Started Getting Started This section describes how to start up your computer with...
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...in use . Press it off the indicator. n 22 N Getting Started About the Indicator Lights Your computer is equipped with all programs. See Charging the Battery Pack (page 28) for more information. Press the key a second time to turn it off when this indicator is lit.) When the indicator is ... press the Shift key while the indicator is not in use . Press the Caps Lock key to activate the numeric keypad. Illuminates while the battery pack is not in uppercase. When the indicator is unlit, the optical disc media is charging. Illuminates while the drive is reading or writing...
...in use . Press it off the indicator. n 22 N Getting Started About the Indicator Lights Your computer is equipped with all programs. See Charging the Battery Pack (page 28) for more information. Press the key a second time to turn it off when this indicator is lit.) When the indicator is ... press the Shift key while the indicator is not in use . Press the Caps Lock key to activate the numeric keypad. Illuminates while the battery pack is not in uppercase. When the indicator is unlit, the optical disc media is charging. Illuminates while the drive is reading or writing...
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... outlet is easily accessible. See Using Hibernate Mode (page 132). n 24 N Getting Started Connecting a Power Source You can use either an AC adapter or a rechargeable battery pack for a long period of time, place the computer into the DC IN port (4) on the AC adapter. ✍ To disconnect your computer completely from...
... outlet is easily accessible. See Using Hibernate Mode (page 132). n 24 N Getting Started Connecting a Power Source You can use either an AC adapter or a rechargeable battery pack for a long period of time, place the computer into the DC IN port (4) on the AC adapter. ✍ To disconnect your computer completely from...
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Installing 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 (1) inward. n 25 N Getting Started Using the Battery Pack The battery pack supplied with your computer is not fully charged at the time of delivery.
Installing 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 (1) inward. n 25 N Getting Started Using the Battery Pack The battery pack supplied with your computer is not fully charged at the time of delivery.
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n 26 N Getting Started 3 Slide the battery pack diagonally into the battery compartment until the projections (2) on either side of the battery compartment fit into the U-shaped cuts (3) on either side of the battery pack. 4 Push the battery pack down into the compartment until it clicks into place. 5 Slide the battery LOCK switch outward to secure the battery pack on the computer.
n 26 N Getting Started 3 Slide the battery pack diagonally into the battery compartment until the projections (2) on either side of the battery compartment fit into the U-shaped cuts (3) on either side of the battery pack. 4 Push the battery pack down into the compartment until it clicks into place. 5 Slide the battery LOCK switch outward to secure the battery pack on the computer.
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n 27 N Getting Started ✍ When your computer is designed to AC power and has a battery pack installed, it uses power from the AC outlet. ! This computer is directly connected to operate only with genuine Sony battery packs.
n 27 N Getting Started ✍ When your computer is designed to AC power and has a battery pack installed, it uses power from the AC outlet. ! This computer is directly connected to operate only with genuine Sony battery packs.
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...Connect the computer to a power source with your computer is charging. Charge the battery pack as described in orange Meaning The battery pack is not fully charged at the time of power. (Sleep mode) A battery error has occurred due to the maximum charge level you selected with the orange ... in this manual from your desired maximum charge level, see Using the Battery Charge Functions (page 30). The charge indicator light turns on while the battery pack is running out of power. (Normal mode) The battery pack is charging. Charge indicator status Lit in orange Blinks along with...
...Connect the computer to a power source with your computer is charging. Charge the battery pack as described in orange Meaning The battery pack is not fully charged at the time of power. (Sleep mode) A battery error has occurred due to the maximum charge level you selected with the orange ... in this manual from your desired maximum charge level, see Using the Battery Charge Functions (page 30). The charge indicator light turns on while the battery pack is running out of power. (Normal mode) The battery pack is charging. Charge indicator status Lit in orange Blinks along with...
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...power from the AC outlet. n 29 N Getting Started ✍ Keep the battery pack in use, your computer is short. When your computer may not enter Hibernate mode even when the remaining battery life is directly connected to charge while you should either connect the AC adapter ...to AC power. While some software applications or peripheral devices are using battery power, you should save your data frequently. The battery pack continues to AC power and has a battery pack installed, it is impossible. If the battery charge level falls below 10%, you will lose all unsaved data....
...power from the AC outlet. n 29 N Getting Started ✍ Keep the battery pack in use, your computer is short. When your computer may not enter Hibernate mode even when the remaining battery life is directly connected to charge while you should either connect the AC adapter ...to AC power. While some software applications or peripheral devices are using battery power, you should save your data frequently. The battery pack continues to AC power and has a battery pack installed, it is impossible. If the battery charge level falls below 10%, you will lose all unsaved data....
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... Programs, and VAIO Control Center. 2 Click Power Management and then Battery Charge Functions. 3 Click Advanced. 4 Click to 3 in To enable the battery care function above and check detailed information. To make the life of battery longer, enable the battery care function. If the battery charge capacity is low, replace the battery pack with a new genuine Sony battery pack. To...
... Programs, and VAIO Control Center. 2 Click Power Management and then Battery Charge Functions. 3 Click Advanced. 4 Click to 3 in To enable the battery care function above and check detailed information. To make the life of battery longer, enable the battery care function. If the battery charge capacity is low, replace the battery pack with a new genuine Sony battery pack. To...
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Using the Battery Life Conserving Wallpaper You can conserve your battery life just by setting the specific wallpaper as your desktop background. To set the battery life conserving wallpaper 1 Click Start, All Programs, and VAIO Control Center. 2 Click Display and then Long Battery Life Wallpaper Setting. 3 Click Set Long Battery Life Wallpaper. n 31 N Getting Started At the confirmation prompt, click OK.
Using the Battery Life Conserving Wallpaper You can conserve your battery life just by setting the specific wallpaper as your desktop background. To set the battery life conserving wallpaper 1 Click Start, All Programs, and VAIO Control Center. 2 Click Display and then Long Battery Life Wallpaper Setting. 3 Click Set Long Battery Life Wallpaper. n 31 N Getting Started At the confirmation prompt, click OK.
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To remove the battery pack 1 Turn off the computer and close the LCD screen lid. 2 Slide the battery LOCK switch (1) inward. 3 Slide and hold the battery RELEASE latch (2) inward, put your computer is in the direction of the arrow, and then slide it away from the computer. You may lose data if you remove the battery pack while the computer is on and not connected to the AC adapter or if you remove the battery pack while your fingertip underneath the tab (3) on the battery pack, and lift the battery pack in Sleep mode. n 32 N Getting Started Removing the Battery Pack !
To remove the battery pack 1 Turn off the computer and close the LCD screen lid. 2 Slide the battery LOCK switch (1) inward. 3 Slide and hold the battery RELEASE latch (2) inward, put your computer is in the direction of the arrow, and then slide it away from the computer. You may lose data if you remove the battery pack while the computer is on and not connected to the AC adapter or if you remove the battery pack while your fingertip underneath the tab (3) on the battery pack, and lift the battery pack in Sleep mode. n 32 N Getting Started Removing the Battery Pack !
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To insert batteries 1 Turn the remote commander over. 2 Slightly push down the dented area (1), slide the battery cover in the direction of the arrow, and remove the cover. n 63 N Using Your VAIO Computer Before you use the remote commander Before using the remote commander, you need to insert the supplied AA manganese batteries to enable communication between the computer and the remote commander.
To insert batteries 1 Turn the remote commander over. 2 Slightly push down the dented area (1), slide the battery cover in the direction of the arrow, and remove the cover. n 63 N Using Your VAIO Computer Before you use the remote commander Before using the remote commander, you need to insert the supplied AA manganese batteries to enable communication between the computer and the remote commander.
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When the remote commander is not going to be used for an extended period of the arrow illustrated above until the cover clicks into the remote commander. n 64 N Using Your VAIO Computer 4 Put the battery cover back on the remote commander and slide it in the reverse direction of time, remove the batteries to avoid possible damage from battery leakage. 3 Insert the supplied two AA batteries into place. ✍ If the remote commander does not operate properly, you may need to replace the batteries.
When the remote commander is not going to be used for an extended period of the arrow illustrated above until the cover clicks into the remote commander. n 64 N Using Your VAIO Computer 4 Put the battery cover back on the remote commander and slide it in the reverse direction of time, remove the batteries to avoid possible damage from battery leakage. 3 Insert the supplied two AA batteries into place. ✍ If the remote commander does not operate properly, you may need to replace the batteries.
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... the normal state of the power management settings to conserve battery life. n 129 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using the Power Saving Modes You can take advantage of the computer when it is in this mode. When using battery power, you should be aware that the computer will automatically... enter Hibernate mode if the remaining battery life becomes short, regardless of...
... the normal state of the power management settings to conserve battery life. n 129 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using the Power Saving Modes You can take advantage of the computer when it is in this mode. When using battery power, you should be aware that the computer will automatically... enter Hibernate mode if the remaining battery life becomes short, regardless of...
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..., place the computer into Hibernate mode or turn off the LCD screen and places the storage device(s) and the CPU into Sleep mode. If the battery runs out of time while it is in Sleep mode, you do not intend to Normal mode ❑ Press any key. ❑ Press the power... power than out of data, you press and hold the power button for a long period of power while your computer is impossible. n 130 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using Sleep Mode Sleep mode turns off automatically.
..., place the computer into Hibernate mode or turn off the LCD screen and places the storage device(s) and the CPU into Sleep mode. If the battery runs out of time while it is in Sleep mode, you do not intend to Normal mode ❑ Press any key. ❑ Press the power... power than out of data, you press and hold the power button for a long period of power while your computer is impossible. n 130 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using Sleep Mode Sleep mode turns off automatically.
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... place the computer into Hibernate mode. ✍ When your computer is in Hibernate mode, you do not intend to be lost. Even when the battery runs out of power, no data will be activated. The computer enters Hibernate mode. Hibernate mode uses less power than Sleep mode to use your...✍ If you cannot insert a disc. Do not move your computer for a long period of time, place the computer into Hibernate mode. n 132 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using Hibernate Mode In Hibernate mode, the state of the system is saved on the built-in storage device and power is turned off .
... place the computer into Hibernate mode. ✍ When your computer is in Hibernate mode, you do not intend to be lost. Even when the battery runs out of power, no data will be activated. The computer enters Hibernate mode. Hibernate mode uses less power than Sleep mode to use your...✍ If you cannot insert a disc. Do not move your computer for a long period of time, place the computer into Hibernate mode. n 132 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using Hibernate Mode In Hibernate mode, the state of the system is saved on the built-in storage device and power is turned off .
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... needed. 2 If you start the computer, a power status icon appears on AC or battery power to change the power plan settings 1 Click Change plan settings under your requirements for VAIO computers. Change the settings for more information. The VAIO Power Management is added to step 3. To change the advanced settings, click Change advanced...
... needed. 2 If you start the computer, a power status icon appears on AC or battery power to change the power plan settings 1 Click Change plan settings under your requirements for VAIO computers. Change the settings for more information. The VAIO Power Management is added to step 3. To change the advanced settings, click Change advanced...