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... ...11 Getting Started ...13 Locating Controls and Ports...14 About the Indicator Lights ...20 Connecting a Power Source ...21 Using the Battery Pack ...22 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely ...29 Using Your VAIO Computer ...30 Using the Keyboard ...31 Using the Touch Pad ...32 Using the Special-function Button ...33 Using the Touch...
... ...11 Getting Started ...13 Locating Controls and Ports...14 About the Indicator Lights ...20 Connecting a Power Source ...21 Using the Battery Pack ...22 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely ...29 Using Your VAIO Computer ...30 Using the Keyboard ...31 Using the Touch Pad ...32 Using the Special-function Button ...33 Using the Touch...
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n4 N Precautions ...119 Handling the LCD Screen ...120 Using the Power Source ...121 Handling Your Computer ...122 Handling the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...124 Handling Floppy Disks ...125 Handling Discs ...126 Using the Battery Pack ...127 Using Headphones ...129 Handling the Memory Stick ...130 Handling the Hard Disk ...131 Updating Your Computer ...132 Troubleshooting ...133 Computer ...135 System Security ...141 Battery...142 Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...144 Internet ...147 Networking ...149 Bluetooth Technology ...152 Optical Discs ...157 Display ...161 Printing ...165 Microphone ...166
n4 N Precautions ...119 Handling the LCD Screen ...120 Using the Power Source ...121 Handling Your Computer ...122 Handling the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...124 Handling Floppy Disks ...125 Handling Discs ...126 Using the Battery Pack ...127 Using Headphones ...129 Handling the Memory Stick ...130 Handling the Hard Disk ...131 Updating Your Computer ...132 Troubleshooting ...133 Computer ...135 System Security ...141 Battery...142 Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...144 Internet ...147 Networking ...149 Bluetooth Technology ...152 Optical Discs ...157 Display ...161 Printing ...165 Microphone ...166
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... manufacturers' instructions. ❑ Locating Controls and Ports (page 14) ❑ About the Indicator Lights (page 20) ❑ Connecting a Power Source (page 21) ❑ Using the Battery Pack (page 22) ❑ Shutting Down Your Computer Safely (page 29) Be sure to get started using your system. Upon completion, connect one device (for... the supplied accessories connected and set up your computer with your computer. n 13 N Getting Started Getting Started This section describes how to start up your VAIO computer. !
... manufacturers' instructions. ❑ Locating Controls and Ports (page 14) ❑ About the Indicator Lights (page 20) ❑ Connecting a Power Source (page 21) ❑ Using the Battery Pack (page 22) ❑ Shutting Down Your Computer Safely (page 29) Be sure to get started using your system. Upon completion, connect one device (for... the supplied accessories connected and set up your computer with your computer. n 13 N Getting Started Getting Started This section describes how to start up your VAIO computer. !
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Back A Modem port (page 62) B Battery connector (page 22) C Air vent D Security slot n 16 N Getting Started
Back A Modem port (page 62) B Battery connector (page 22) C Air vent D Security slot n 16 N Getting Started
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... Sleep mode or turn it off when this indicator is lit. Illuminates while the built-in MOTION EYE camera is in use . Illuminates while the battery pack is unlit. Normal typing resumes when the Caps lock indicator is charging. The Scr Lk key functions differently depending on the program you are...
... Sleep mode or turn it off when this indicator is lit. Illuminates while the built-in MOTION EYE camera is in use . Illuminates while the battery pack is unlit. Normal typing resumes when the Caps lock indicator is charging. The Scr Lk key functions differently depending on the program you are...
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... adapter (3). 2 Plug the other end of the power cord into an AC outlet (2). 3 Plug the cable connected to use either an AC adapter or a rechargeable battery pack for your computer. The shape of the DC In plug varies depending on the computer. ! See Using Hibernate Mode (page 108). Make sure that...
... adapter (3). 2 Plug the other end of the power cord into an AC outlet (2). 3 Plug the cable connected to use either an AC adapter or a rechargeable battery pack for your computer. The shape of the DC In plug varies depending on the computer. ! See Using Hibernate Mode (page 108). Make sure that...
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n 22 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 22 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.
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n 23 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.
n 23 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.
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n 24 N Getting Started 4 Rotate the battery pack in the direction of the arrow, and 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. ✍ 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 24 N Getting Started 4 Rotate the battery pack in the direction of the arrow, and 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. ✍ 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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...adapter to the maximum charge level you selected with the battery charge functions, the charge indicator turns off. The battery pack is running out of power. (Sleep mode) A battery error has occurred due to a failed battery pack or an unlocked battery pack. ! To select your computer is charging. ...Blinks fast in this manual from your first battery charge. Charge the battery pack as described in orange Meaning The battery pack is not fully charged at the time of power. (Normal mode) The battery pack is charging. When the battery pack charges close to the computer. The ...
...adapter to the maximum charge level you selected with the battery charge functions, the charge indicator turns off. The battery pack is running out of power. (Sleep mode) A battery error has occurred due to a failed battery pack or an unlocked battery pack. ! To select your computer is charging. ...Blinks fast in this manual from your first battery charge. Charge the battery pack as described in orange Meaning The battery pack is not fully charged at the time of power. (Normal mode) The battery pack is charging. When the battery pack charges close to the computer. The ...
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... Sleep mode, you should save your computer is directly connected to the previous work state is supplied with a lithium ion battery pack and can be recharged any time. If the battery charge level falls below 10%, you should save your computer while it is directly connected to recharge the...you should either connect the AC adapter to AC power and has a battery pack installed, it uses power from the AC outlet. n 26 N Getting Started ✍ Keep the battery pack in use, your computer and install a fully charged battery pack. To avoid loss of data, you will lose all unsaved data...
... Sleep mode, you should save your computer is directly connected to the previous work state is supplied with a lithium ion battery pack and can be recharged any time. If the battery charge level falls below 10%, you should save your computer while it is directly connected to recharge the...you should either connect the AC adapter to AC power and has a battery pack installed, it uses power from the AC outlet. n 26 N Getting Started ✍ Keep the battery pack in use, your computer and install a fully charged battery pack. To avoid loss of data, you will lose all unsaved data...
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... is high, replace the battery pack with the Battery Charge Functions. n 27 N Getting Started Using the Battery Charge Functions You can select the battery charging method for your battery pack with a new genuine Sony battery pack. To enable the battery care function 1 Click Start, All Programs, and VAIO Control Center. 2 Click Power Management and then Battery Charge Functions. 3 Click to...
... is high, replace the battery pack with the Battery Charge Functions. n 27 N Getting Started Using the Battery Charge Functions You can select the battery charging method for your battery pack with a new genuine Sony battery pack. To enable the battery care function 1 Click Start, All Programs, and VAIO Control Center. 2 Click Power Management and then Battery Charge Functions. 3 Click to...
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n 28 N Getting Started Removing the Battery Pack ! You may lose data if you remove the battery pack while the computer is in the direction of the arrow, and then slide it away from the computer. 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 fingertip underneath the tab (3) on and not connected to the AC adapter or if you remove the battery pack while your computer is on the battery pack, and turn the battery pack in Sleep mode.
n 28 N Getting Started Removing the Battery Pack ! You may lose data if you remove the battery pack while the computer is in the direction of the arrow, and then slide it away from the computer. 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 fingertip underneath the tab (3) on and not connected to the AC adapter or if you remove the battery pack while your computer is on the battery pack, and turn the battery pack in Sleep mode.
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... 10%, you should be aware that the computer will automatically enter Hibernate mode if the remaining battery life becomes short, regardless of the power management setting you to conserve battery life. The green power indicator light is the normal state of the power management settings to ...turn off specific devices, your computer and install a fully charged battery pack. Using Normal Mode This is lit in use. In addition to the normal operating mode, which allows you select. ! n 105 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using the Power Saving Modes You can turn off a specific...
... 10%, you should be aware that the computer will automatically enter Hibernate mode if the remaining battery life becomes short, regardless of the power management setting you to conserve battery life. The green power indicator light is the normal state of the power management settings to ...turn off specific devices, your computer and install a fully charged battery pack. Using Normal Mode This is lit in use. In addition to the normal operating mode, which allows you select. ! n 105 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using the Power Saving Modes You can turn off a specific...
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n 106 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using Sleep Mode Sleep mode turns off . Your computer comes out of Sleep mode quicker than Hibernate mode. ! Going back to use your computer ... a disc. Sleep mode uses more power than out of data, you do not intend to the previous work state is in this mode. ! If the battery runs down while your data frequently. If you should save your computer is impossible.
n 106 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using Sleep Mode Sleep mode turns off . Your computer comes out of Sleep mode quicker than Hibernate mode. ! Going back to use your computer ... a disc. Sleep mode uses more power than out of data, you do not intend to the previous work state is in this mode. ! If the battery runs down while your data frequently. If you should save your computer is impossible.
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... 104). This power resuming preference will enter Sleep mode. You will turn off automatically. To modify this, you can use VAIO Control Center to configure your computer. ! n 107 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer To return to Normal mode when you open the LCD screen lid. If the computer is not used for more... you press and hold the power button for a certain period of time, it will be lost if you remove both the AC adapter and the battery pack.
... 104). This power resuming preference will enter Sleep mode. You will turn off automatically. To modify this, you can use VAIO Control Center to configure your computer. ! n 107 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer To return to Normal mode when you open the LCD screen lid. If the computer is not used for more... you press and hold the power button for a certain period of time, it will be lost if you remove both the AC adapter and the battery pack.
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... mode. Hibernate mode requires more time than Sleep mode. ! Do not move your computer is turned off . The computer enters Hibernate mode. n 108 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using Hibernate Mode In Hibernate mode, the state of the system is saved on the hard disk drive and power is in Hibernate mode...
... mode. Hibernate mode requires more time than Sleep mode. ! Do not move your computer is turned off . The computer enters Hibernate mode. n 108 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using Hibernate Mode In Hibernate mode, the state of the system is saved on the hard disk drive and power is in Hibernate mode...
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The computer returns to Normal mode Press the power button. You can use VAIO Control Center to configure your computer will be lost if you open the LCD screen lid. This power resuming preference will turn off automatically. ✍ .... If you press and hold the power button for more time to return to Normal mode when you remove both the AC adapter and the battery pack. n 109 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer To return to its normal state. ! See Setting Up Your Computer with...
The computer returns to Normal mode Press the power button. You can use VAIO Control Center to configure your computer will be lost if you open the LCD screen lid. This power resuming preference will turn off automatically. ✍ .... If you press and hold the power button for more time to return to Normal mode when you remove both the AC adapter and the battery pack. n 109 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer To return to its normal state. ! See Setting Up Your Computer with...
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...a software application developed exclusively for running on the taskbar. Otherwise, click Save changes. 3 Click the VAIO Power Management tab. This icon indicates what kind of your computer and longer battery life. Change the settings for example, AC power. With this icon to step 3. See the help...as needed. 2 If you start the computer, a power status icon appears on AC or battery power to ensure better operation of power source you set up power plans for VAIO computers. Click this software application, you can enhance the Windows power management functions to suit ...
...a software application developed exclusively for running on the taskbar. Otherwise, click Save changes. 3 Click the VAIO Power Management tab. This icon indicates what kind of your computer and longer battery life. Change the settings for example, AC power. With this icon to step 3. See the help...as needed. 2 If you start the computer, a power status icon appears on AC or battery power to ensure better operation of power source you set up power plans for VAIO computers. Click this software application, you can enhance the Windows power management functions to suit ...
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... electricity (cellophane wrappers, 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 telecommunication links, networks, or modems before adding or removing memory modules. ❑ Be careful when... changing memory. n 113 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Adding and Removing Memory If you want to expand the functionality of your computer, you remove any cover or panel from the computer...
... electricity (cellophane wrappers, 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 telecommunication links, networks, or modems before adding or removing memory modules. ❑ Be careful when... changing memory. n 113 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Adding and Removing Memory If you want to expand the functionality of your computer, you remove any cover or panel from the computer...