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...You can use either an AC adapter or a rechargeable battery pack for supplying power to use 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 cable connected to the AC adapter (3) into Hibernate mode. To... use your computer for a long period of time, place the computer into the DC IN port (4) on the AC adapter. ✍ To ...
...You can use either an AC adapter or a rechargeable battery pack for supplying power to use 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 cable connected to the AC adapter (3) into Hibernate mode. To... use your computer for a long period of time, place the computer into the DC IN port (4) on the AC adapter. ✍ To ...
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... Charge Functions (page 27). To charge the battery pack 1 Install the battery pack. 2 Connect the computer to the maximum charge level you selected with the AC adapter. The charge indicator light turns on while the battery pack is not fully charged at the time of power. (Sleep mode) A battery error has occurred...
... Charge Functions (page 27). To charge the battery pack 1 Install the battery pack. 2 Connect the computer to the maximum charge level you selected with the AC adapter. The charge indicator light turns on while the battery pack is not fully charged at the time of power. (Sleep mode) A battery error has occurred...
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...any time. Your computer is impossible. If the battery pack wears out when the computer enters Sleep mode, you should either connect the AC adapter to AC power. If the battery charge level falls below 10%, you will lose all unsaved data. Charging a partially discharged battery pack does ...power management mode, such as Sleep or Hibernate. The battery pack continues to charge while you should save your computer is directly connected to AC power and has a battery pack installed, it is directly connected to recharge the battery pack or shut down your computer and install a ...
...any time. Your computer is impossible. If the battery pack wears out when the computer enters Sleep mode, you should either connect the AC adapter to AC power. If the battery charge level falls below 10%, you will lose all unsaved data. Charging a partially discharged battery pack does ...power management mode, such as Sleep or Hibernate. The battery pack continues to charge while you should save your computer is directly connected to AC power and has a battery pack installed, it is directly connected to recharge the battery pack or shut down your computer and install a ...
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You may lose data if you remove the battery pack while the computer is on the battery pack, and lift the battery pack in Sleep mode. n 29 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 fingertip underneath the tab (3) on and not connected to the AC adapter or if you remove the battery pack while 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 the battery pack, and lift the battery pack in Sleep mode. n 29 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 fingertip underneath the tab (3) on and not connected to the AC adapter or if you remove the battery pack while your computer is in the direction of the arrow, and then slide it away from the computer.
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n 48 N Using Your VAIO Computer Notes on writing data to a disc ❑ Only use discs in any other shape (star, heart, card, etc.), as this may damage the optical disc drive. ❑ Do not strike or shake your computer while the optical disc drive is writing data to a disc. ❑ Do not plug or unplug the AC adapter while the optical disc drive is writing data to a disc. Do not use circular discs.
n 48 N Using Your VAIO Computer Notes on writing data to a disc ❑ Only use discs in any other shape (star, heart, card, etc.), as this may damage the optical disc drive. ❑ Do not strike or shake your computer while the optical disc drive is writing data to a disc. ❑ Do not plug or unplug the AC adapter while the optical disc drive is writing data to a disc. Do not use circular discs.
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n 51 N Using Your VAIO Computer Playing DVDs To play a DVD 1 Close all running software applications. 2 Insert a DVD into the optical disc drive. 4 If nothing appears on how to use ... the desktop, click Start, All Programs, and the desired DVD software 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 recordable disc into the optical disc drive. 3 If nothing appears on the desktop, click Start, All...
n 51 N Using Your VAIO Computer Playing DVDs To play a DVD 1 Close all running software applications. 2 Insert a DVD into the optical disc drive. 4 If nothing appears on how to use ... the desktop, click Start, All Programs, and the desired DVD software 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 recordable disc into the optical disc drive. 3 If nothing appears on the desktop, click Start, All...
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The Blu-ray Disc writing function is available on selected models only. 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 recordable Blu-ray Disc media into the optical disc drive. 3 If nothing appears on ... the supported disc media. See the online specifications to find out the type of your Blu-ray Disc burning software. n 52 N Using Your VAIO Computer Playing Blu-ray Disc Media ! The Blu-ray Disc playback function is available on selected models only. To play the disc. For instructions ...
The Blu-ray Disc writing function is available on selected models only. 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 recordable Blu-ray Disc media into the optical disc drive. 3 If nothing appears on ... the supported disc media. See the online specifications to find out the type of your Blu-ray Disc burning software. n 52 N Using Your VAIO Computer Playing Blu-ray Disc Media ! The Blu-ray Disc playback function is available on selected models only. To play the disc. For instructions ...
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Using Normal Mode This is the normal state of the computer when it is lit in use. n 107 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using the Power Saving Modes You can take advantage of the power management settings to recharge the battery pack or shut down ... the computer will automatically enter Hibernate mode if the remaining battery life becomes short, regardless of the power management setting you should either connect the AC adapter to conserve battery life. In addition to the normal operating mode, your computer and install a fully charged battery pack. The green power indicator ...
Using Normal Mode This is the normal state of the computer when it is lit in use. n 107 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using the Power Saving Modes You can take advantage of the power management settings to recharge the battery pack or shut down ... the computer will automatically enter Hibernate mode if the remaining battery life becomes short, regardless of the power management setting you should either connect the AC adapter to conserve battery life. In addition to the normal operating mode, your computer and install a fully charged battery pack. The green power indicator ...
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... will turn off automatically. To modify this, you can use the VAIO Control Center to configure your computer. ! n 109 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer To return to place the computer into Sleep mode and click Save Changes. If you remove both the AC adapter and the battery pack. If the computer is not used for...
... will turn off automatically. To modify this, you can use the VAIO Control Center to configure your computer. ! n 109 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer To return to place the computer into Sleep mode and click Save Changes. If you remove both the AC adapter and the battery pack. If the computer is not used for...
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You can use the VAIO Control Center to configure your computer to return to Normal mode from Sleep mode. If you press and hold the power button for more than ... (page 106). This power resuming preference will turn off automatically. ✍ It takes more time to return to Normal mode when you remove both the AC adapter and the battery pack. n 111 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer To return to its normal state. ! The computer returns to Normal mode Press the power button.
You can use the VAIO Control Center to configure your computer to return to Normal mode from Sleep mode. If you press and hold the power button for more than ... (page 106). This power resuming preference will turn off automatically. ✍ It takes more time to return to Normal mode when you remove both the AC adapter and the battery pack. n 111 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer To return to its normal state. ! The computer returns to Normal mode Press the power button.
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...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..... ❑ Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage electronic components. Ground yourself by installing optional memory modules. n 115 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Adding and Removing Memory If you want to expand the functionality of your computer's memory, read the notes and procedures in the...
...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..... ❑ Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage electronic components. Ground yourself by installing optional memory modules. n 115 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Adding and Removing Memory If you want to expand the functionality of your computer's memory, read the notes and procedures in the...
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... specifications to your computer or genuine Sony products. Never pull the cord itself. ❑ Unplug your computer from the AC outlet if you are not planning to use any other power-consuming equipment, such as it from the AC outlet. ❑ Use the AC adapter supplied with a surge protector. Do... not use the computer for a long period of 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 caused by sudden power surges, in an electrical storm...
... specifications to your computer or genuine Sony products. Never pull the cord itself. ❑ Unplug your computer from the AC outlet if you are not planning to use any other power-consuming equipment, such as it from the AC outlet. ❑ Use the AC adapter supplied with a surge protector. Do... not use the computer for a long period of 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 caused by sudden power surges, in an electrical storm...
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... pressure on the 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 178). ❑ Make sure you disconnect the AC adapter and remove the battery pack before turning on the LCD screen or its edges when...
... pressure on the 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 178). ❑ 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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... to any mechanical shock, such as designated by Sony in writing. ❑ For your VAIO computer. ❑ The disassembly, alteration of, or tampering with any losses or damages arising from the computer to prevent damage to use of non-genuine Sony battery packs or AC adapters with this user guide or as dropping it on...
... to any mechanical shock, such as designated by Sony in writing. ❑ For your VAIO computer. ❑ The disassembly, alteration of, or tampering with any losses or damages arising from the computer to prevent damage to use of non-genuine Sony battery packs or AC adapters with this user guide or as dropping it on...
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... for a considerable amount of time, the remaining battery life may be reaching the end of power after fully charged, it may become short. 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...
... for a considerable amount of time, the remaining battery life may be reaching the end of power after fully charged, it may become short. 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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...to turn on your computer. ❑ Condensation may have installed since purchase. ❑ Check that came with your display for your VAIO computer. If this occurs, do if my computer does not start? ❑ Make sure your computer is securely plugged into a power...Troubleshooting Computer What should I do not use only the genuine Sony rechargeable battery pack and AC adapter, which are adjusted correctly. Make sure the brightness and contrast controls are supplied by Sony for more information. ❑ Unplug the AC adapter and remove the battery pack. See the manual that you are...
...to turn on your computer. ❑ Condensation may have installed since purchase. ❑ Check that came with your display for your VAIO computer. If this occurs, do if my computer does not start? ❑ Make sure your computer is securely plugged into a power...Troubleshooting Computer What should I do not use only the genuine Sony rechargeable battery pack and AC adapter, which are adjusted correctly. Make sure the brightness and contrast controls are supplied by Sony for more information. ❑ Unplug the AC adapter and remove the battery pack. See the manual that you are...
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Unplug the AC adapter and leave the computer for more than four seconds to close the application window. ❑ If the ...the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys and click the arrow and Shut Down. Turning off . ❑ Unplug the AC adapter and remove the battery pack. Reinstall the battery pack, plug the AC adapter, and then press the power button to the Shut down button ! n 138 N Troubleshooting What should I ... with the power button or the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys may cause loss of unsaved data. Then plug the AC adapter and turn off, 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. ❑ If the ...the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys and click the arrow and Shut Down. Turning off . ❑ Unplug the AC adapter and remove the battery pack. Reinstall the battery pack, plug the AC adapter, and then press the power button to the Shut down button ! n 138 N Troubleshooting What should I ... with the power button or the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys may cause loss of unsaved data. Then plug the AC adapter and turn off, press and hold the power button for about five minutes.
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...see To check the battery charge capacity (page 27). See Charging the Battery Pack (page 25). When your computer is directly connected to the AC adapter, it may be reaching the end of its life and should be replaced. When should I find the battery charging status? If the battery ...pack quickly runs out of power after fully charged, it uses AC power, even if the battery pack is my computer using AC power? n 144 N Troubleshooting Battery How do I recharge the battery pack? ❑ When the battery charge level falls ...
...see To check the battery charge capacity (page 27). See Charging the Battery Pack (page 25). When your computer is directly connected to the AC adapter, it may be reaching the end of its life and should be replaced. When should I find the battery charging status? If the battery ...pack quickly runs out of power after fully charged, it uses AC power, even if the battery pack is my computer using AC power? n 144 N Troubleshooting Battery How do I recharge the battery pack? ❑ When the battery charge level falls ...