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... an AC outlet (2). 3 Plug the cable connected to your computer. If you do not intend to use either an AC adapter or a rechargeable battery pack for supplying power to the AC adapter (3) into Hibernate mode. This power saving mode saves the time of the DC In plug varies depending on the computer... Started Connecting a Power Source You can use your computer 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 AC power, unplug the AC...
... an AC outlet (2). 3 Plug the cable connected to your computer. If you do not intend to use either an AC adapter or a rechargeable battery pack for supplying power to the AC adapter (3) into Hibernate mode. This power saving mode saves the time of the DC In plug varies depending on the computer... Started Connecting a Power Source You can use your computer 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 AC power, unplug the AC...
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... error has occurred due to a failed battery pack or an unlocked battery pack. ! To charge the battery pack 1 Install the battery pack. 2 Connect the AC adapter to the maximum charge level you selected with your computer is charging.
... error has occurred due to a failed battery pack or an unlocked battery pack. ! To charge the battery pack 1 Install the battery pack. 2 Connect the AC adapter to the maximum charge level you selected with your computer is charging.
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... and manually activate a power management mode, such as Sleep or Hibernate. If the battery charge level falls below 10%, you should either connect the AC adapter to charge while you should save your computer while it uses power from the AC outlet. To avoid loss of data, you will lose all...
... and manually activate a power management mode, such as Sleep or Hibernate. If the battery charge level falls below 10%, you should either connect the AC adapter to charge while you should save your computer while it uses power from the AC outlet. To avoid loss of data, you will lose all...
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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 on the battery pack, and turn the battery pack in Sleep mode. You may lose data if you remove the battery pack while your fingertip underneath the tab (3) on and not connected to the AC adapter or if you remove the battery pack while the computer is in the direction of the arrow, and then slide it away from the computer. n 30 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 on the battery pack, and turn the battery pack in Sleep mode. You may lose data if you remove the battery pack while your fingertip underneath the tab (3) on and not connected to the AC adapter or if you remove the battery pack while the computer is in the direction of the arrow, and then slide it away from the computer. n 30 N Getting Started Removing the Battery Pack !
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...-RW media. ❑ Some DVD players and computer optical disc drives may cause your computer to malfunction. ❑ Do not plug or unplug the AC adapter while the optical disc drive is writing data to a disc ❑ Only use memory-resident utility software while the optical disc drive is different from...-R DL, DVD+R, DVD+RW, DVD-R, DVD-RW, or DVD-RAM media. ❑ Do not place your computer into either of the world. n 45 N Using Your VAIO Computer Notes on writing data to a disc.
...-RW media. ❑ Some DVD players and computer optical disc drives may cause your computer to malfunction. ❑ Do not plug or unplug the AC adapter while the optical disc drive is writing data to a disc ❑ Only use memory-resident utility software while the optical disc drive is different from...-R DL, DVD+R, DVD+RW, DVD-R, DVD-RW, or DVD-RAM media. ❑ Do not place your computer into either of the world. n 45 N Using Your VAIO Computer Notes on writing data to a disc.
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... Programs, and the desired DVD burning software to copy files to the disc. Copying Files to DVDs To copy files to a disc 1 Connect the AC adapter to the computer. 2 Close all running software applications. 3 Insert a disc into the optical disc drive. 3 If nothing appears on how to use the ...software, see the help file included with your DVD burning software. n 47 N Using Your VAIO Computer Playing DVDs To play the DVD. For instructions on the desktop, click Start, All Programs, and the desired DVD software to play a DVD 1 ...
... Programs, and the desired DVD burning software to copy files to the disc. Copying Files to DVDs To copy files to a disc 1 Connect the AC adapter to the computer. 2 Close all running software applications. 3 Insert a disc into the optical disc drive. 3 If nothing appears on how to use the ...software, see the help file included with your DVD burning software. n 47 N Using Your VAIO Computer Playing DVDs To play the DVD. For instructions on the desktop, click Start, All Programs, and the desired DVD software to play a DVD 1 ...
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... help file included with your optical disc drive, and then Reading and Writing Optical Discs (page 42) to Blu-ray Disc Media ! n 48 N Using Your VAIO Computer Playing Blu-ray Disc Media To play the disc. Copying Files to find out the type of your software. To copy files to a Blu...-ray Disc media 1 Connect the AC adapter to the computer. 2 Close all running software applications. 3 Insert a Blu-ray Disc media into the optical disc drive. 3 If nothing appears on the desktop, click...
... help file included with your optical disc drive, and then Reading and Writing Optical Discs (page 42) to Blu-ray Disc Media ! n 48 N Using Your VAIO Computer Playing Blu-ray Disc Media To play the disc. Copying Files to find out the type of your software. To copy files to a Blu...-ray Disc media 1 Connect the AC adapter to the computer. 2 Close all running software applications. 3 Insert a Blu-ray Disc media into the optical disc drive. 3 If nothing appears on the desktop, click...
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n 64 N Using Your VAIO Computer Inserting an ExpressCard Module ! To insert an ExpressCard module 1 Locate the ExpressCard slot. 2 Carefully slide the ExpressCard module into the slot until it clicks into the slot easily, remove it into the slot. ✍ If the module or adapter does not go into place. Do not force it...
n 64 N Using Your VAIO Computer Inserting an ExpressCard Module ! To insert an ExpressCard module 1 Locate the ExpressCard slot. 2 Carefully slide the ExpressCard module into the slot until it clicks into the slot easily, remove it into the slot. ✍ If the module or adapter does not go into place. Do not force it...
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...of up to 16 GB that meet the same specifications as of the copyright protection technology developed by Sony. However, not all Memory Stick that are available as the compatible media are guaranteed of compatibility. Inserting...Memory Stick with the MagicGate logo to insert it from the respective copyright holders. n 67 N Using Your VAIO Computer Before You Use the Memory Stick The Memory Stick slot on your computer does not support 8-bit ....com/en/. ! Use a Memory Stick with multiple conversion adapters is against the copyright law to remove it into a Memory Stick Duo adaptor.
...of up to 16 GB that meet the same specifications as of the copyright protection technology developed by Sony. However, not all Memory Stick that are available as the compatible media are guaranteed of compatibility. Inserting...Memory Stick with the MagicGate logo to insert it from the respective copyright holders. n 67 N Using Your VAIO Computer Before You Use the Memory Stick The Memory Stick slot on your computer does not support 8-bit ....com/en/. ! Use a Memory Stick with multiple conversion adapters is against the copyright law to remove it into a Memory Stick Duo adaptor.
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... Always insert the correct memory card into the SD memory card slot. n 73 N Using Your VAIO Computer Before You Use the SD Memory Card The SD memory card slot on your computer supports the ...from the slot and can cause damage to insert an SD memory card or SD memory card adapter of compatibility. Your computer has been tested and found compatible with major memory cards available as.... Do not attempt to your computer. The SD memory card slot on compatible memory cards, see Sony Support Information (page 203) to 32 GB have been tested and found compatible only with your computer...
... Always insert the correct memory card into the SD memory card slot. n 73 N Using Your VAIO Computer Before You Use the SD Memory Card The SD memory card slot on your computer supports the ...from the slot and can cause damage to insert an SD memory card or SD memory card adapter of compatibility. Your computer has been tested and found compatible with major memory cards available as.... Do not attempt to your computer. The SD memory card slot on compatible memory cards, see Sony Support Information (page 203) to 32 GB have been tested and found compatible only with your computer...
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... video signals). The monitor port on your computer is disabled when an external display is compliant with selected models only) and an HDMI to DVID adapter (not supplied) to connect the TFT/DVI monitor to view the copyright protected contents. It has 29 pins. Digital. Your computer is connected to the...
... video signals). The monitor port on your computer is disabled when an external display is compliant with selected models only) and an HDMI to DVID adapter (not supplied) to connect the TFT/DVI monitor to view the copyright protected contents. It has 29 pins. Digital. Your computer is connected to the...
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When using battery power, you should either connect the AC adapter to conserve battery life. If the battery charge level falls below 10%, you can take advantage of the power management settings to recharge the battery ... life becomes short, regardless of the computer when it is lit in use. The green power indicator light is in this mode. n 125 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using the Power Saving Modes You can turn off a specific device such as the LCD screen or the hard disk drive.
When using battery power, you should either connect the AC adapter to conserve battery life. If the battery charge level falls below 10%, you can take advantage of the power management settings to recharge the battery ... life becomes short, regardless of the computer when it is lit in use. The green power indicator light is in this mode. n 125 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using the Power Saving Modes You can turn off a specific device such as the LCD screen or the hard disk drive.
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...; Be sure to place your system. If such a station is not detected by installing optional memory modules. n 133 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Adding and Removing Memory If you want to expand the functionality of your computer, you are compatible with the safety practice and regulatory ... 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 ESD. Ground yourself by maintaining contact with an unpainted metal portion of your computer. Failure to ...
...; Be sure to place your system. If such a station is not detected by installing optional memory modules. n 133 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Adding and Removing Memory If you want to expand the functionality of your computer, you are compatible with the safety practice and regulatory ... 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 ESD. Ground yourself by maintaining contact with an unpainted metal portion of your computer. Failure to ...
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...itself. ❑ Unplug your model. ❑ Do not share the AC outlet with other AC adapter as a photocopier or a shredder. ❑ You can purchase a power strip with your computer or genuine Sony products. n 141 N Precautions Using the Power Source ❑ See the online specifications to check the... power operation of time. ❑ Make sure that the AC outlet is easily accessible. ❑ When the AC adapter is not used, unplug it from...
...itself. ❑ Unplug your model. ❑ Do not share the AC outlet with other AC adapter as a photocopier or a shredder. ❑ You can purchase a power strip with your computer or genuine Sony products. n 141 N Precautions Using the Power Source ❑ See the online specifications to check the... power operation of time. ❑ Make sure that the AC outlet is easily accessible. ❑ When the AC adapter is not used, unplug it from...
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... when your computer. If any problems occur, unplug the computer and contact an authorized Sony Service Center. To find the nearest center or agent, see Sony Support Information (page 203). ❑ Make sure you disconnect the AC adapter and remove the battery pack before turning on the LCD screen or its edges when...
... when your computer. If any problems occur, unplug the computer and contact an authorized Sony Service Center. To find the nearest center or agent, see Sony Support Information (page 203). ❑ Make sure you disconnect the AC adapter and remove the battery pack before turning on the LCD screen or its edges when...
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... and Canada. http://www.sony.net/ for customers in Latin American countries or areas. ❑ Sony disclaims and shall assume no responsibility in case of any losses or damages arising from: ❑ The use of non-genuine Sony battery packs or AC adapters with your VAIO computer. ❑ The disassembly..., alteration of, or tampering with any Sony battery pack. ❑ While the battery pack is not cause for concern. ❑ Keep...
... and Canada. http://www.sony.net/ for customers in Latin American countries or areas. ❑ Sony disclaims and shall assume no responsibility in case of any losses or damages arising from: ❑ The use of non-genuine Sony battery packs or AC adapters with your VAIO computer. ❑ The disassembly..., alteration of, or tampering with any Sony battery pack. ❑ While the battery pack is not cause for concern. ❑ Keep...
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Connect the AC adapter to your computer and recharge the battery pack before using the computer again. ❑ You do not need to discharge the battery pack before recharging. ...
Connect the AC adapter to your computer and recharge the battery pack before using the computer again. ❑ You do not need to discharge the battery pack before recharging. ...
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...adjusted correctly. n 155 N Troubleshooting Computer What should I do not use only the genuine Sony rechargeable battery pack and AC adapter, which are using the supplied Sony AC adapter. Make sure the brightness and contrast controls are using an external display, make sure the ...power strip or UPS is plugged into a power source and turned on your computer. ❑ Condensation may have installed since purchase. ❑ Check that came with your display for your VAIO...
...adjusted correctly. n 155 N Troubleshooting Computer What should I do not use only the genuine Sony rechargeable battery pack and AC adapter, which are using the supplied Sony AC adapter. Make sure the brightness and contrast controls are using an external display, make sure the ...power strip or UPS is plugged into a power source and turned on your computer. ❑ Condensation may have installed since purchase. ❑ Check that came with your display for your VAIO...
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... Alt+F4 keys several times to shut down button and Restart. ❑ Press and hold the power button for about five minutes. Unplug the AC adapter and leave the computer for more than four seconds to close the application window. n 156 N Troubleshooting What should I do if the green power indicator light...
... Alt+F4 keys several times to shut down button and Restart. ❑ Press and hold the power button for about five minutes. Unplug the AC adapter and leave the computer for more than four seconds to close the application window. n 156 N Troubleshooting What should I do if the green power indicator light...
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...+Delete keys or the power button may cause loss of unsaved data. ❑ If your computer still does not turn off . ❑ Remove the AC adapter and battery pack. ❑ Try reinstalling the software. ❑ Contact the software publisher or designated provider for technical support. If the Windows Security window appears...
...+Delete keys or the power button may cause loss of unsaved data. ❑ If your computer still does not turn off . ❑ Remove the AC adapter and battery pack. ❑ Try reinstalling the software. ❑ Contact the software publisher or designated provider for technical support. If the Windows Security window appears...