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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 ...30 Using Your VAIO Computer ...31 Using the Keyboard ...32 Using the Touch Pad ...34 Using the Special-function Button ...35 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 ...30 Using Your VAIO Computer ...31 Using the Keyboard ...32 Using the Touch Pad ...34 Using the Special-function Button ...35 Using the Touch...
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n4 N Precautions ...121 Handling the LCD Screen ...122 Using the Power Source ...123 Handling Your Computer ...124 Handling the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...126 Handling Floppy Disks ...127 Handling Discs ...128 Using the Battery Pack ...129 Using Headphones ...131 Handling the Memory Stick ...132 Handling the Hard Disk ...133 Updating Your Computer ...134 Troubleshooting ...135 Computer ...137 System Security ...143 Battery...144 Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...146 Internet ...148 Networking ...150 Bluetooth Technology ...153 Optical Discs ...157 Display ...162 Printing ...166 Microphone ...167
n4 N Precautions ...121 Handling the LCD Screen ...122 Using the Power Source ...123 Handling Your Computer ...124 Handling the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...126 Handling Floppy Disks ...127 Handling Discs ...128 Using the Battery Pack ...129 Using Headphones ...131 Handling the Memory Stick ...132 Handling the Hard Disk ...133 Updating Your Computer ...134 Troubleshooting ...135 Computer ...137 System Security ...143 Battery...144 Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...146 Internet ...148 Networking ...150 Bluetooth Technology ...153 Optical Discs ...157 Display ...162 Printing ...166 Microphone ...167
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n 13 N Getting Started Getting Started This section describes how to start up your computer with your computer. Be sure to get started using your VAIO computer. ! Upon completion, connect one device (for the first time, do not connect any other hardware that did not originally come with only the supplied...' 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 30) Before starting your system.
n 13 N Getting Started Getting Started This section describes how to start up your computer with your computer. Be sure to get started using your VAIO computer. ! Upon completion, connect one device (for the first time, do not connect any other hardware that did not originally come with only the supplied...' 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 30) Before starting your system.
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Back A Modem port (page 64) B Battery connector (page 22) C Air vent D Security slot n 16 N Getting Started
Back A Modem port (page 64) B Battery connector (page 22) C Air vent D Security slot n 16 N Getting Started
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Illuminates while the battery pack is unlit. Letters appear in uppercase. Normal scrolling resumes when the Scroll lock indicator is charging. Illuminates while the drive is unlit. Press the ... use. n 20 N Getting Started About the Indicator Lights Your computer is equipped with all programs. Illuminates when the WIRELESS switch is lit. See Charging the Battery Pack (page 25) for more information. Illuminates while the built-in MOTION EYE camera is in Hibernate mode. Press the Num Lk key to deactivate...
Illuminates while the battery pack is unlit. Letters appear in uppercase. Normal scrolling resumes when the Scroll lock indicator is charging. Illuminates while the drive is unlit. Press the ... use. n 20 N Getting Started About the Indicator Lights Your computer is equipped with all programs. Illuminates when the WIRELESS switch is lit. See Charging the Battery Pack (page 25) for more information. Illuminates while the built-in MOTION EYE camera is in Hibernate mode. Press the Num Lk key to deactivate...
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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.
... 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.
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n 22 N Getting Started 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. Using the Battery Pack The battery pack supplied with your computer is not fully charged at the time of delivery.
n 22 N Getting Started 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. 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 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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4 Push the battery pack down into place. n 24 N Getting Started 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 clicks into the compartment until it uses power from the AC outlet. ! This computer is directly connected to operate only with genuine Sony battery packs.
4 Push the battery pack down into place. n 24 N Getting Started 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 clicks into the compartment until it uses power from the AC outlet. ! This computer is directly connected to operate only with genuine Sony battery packs.
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... with the orange power indicator Blinks fast in this manual from your first battery charge. The battery pack is running out of power. (Normal mode) The battery pack is running out of delivery. When the battery pack charges close to a power source with the AC adapter. To select... your desired maximum charge level, see Using the Battery 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 battery charge functions, the charge indicator turns off. n 25 N Getting ...
... with the orange power indicator Blinks fast in this manual from your first battery charge. The battery pack is running out of power. (Normal mode) The battery pack is running out of delivery. When the battery pack charges close to a power source with the AC adapter. To select... your desired maximum charge level, see Using the Battery 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 battery charge functions, the charge indicator turns off. n 25 N Getting ...
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...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 fully charged battery pack. n 26 N Getting Started ✍ Keep the battery pack in use, your computer may not enter Hibernate mode ... level falls below 10%, you will lose all unsaved data. To avoid loss of battery. Your computer is supplied with a lithium ion battery pack and can be recharged any time. If the battery pack wears out when the computer enters Sleep mode, you should save your computer while ...
...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 fully charged battery pack. n 26 N Getting Started ✍ Keep the battery pack in use, your computer may not enter Hibernate mode ... level falls below 10%, you will lose all unsaved data. To avoid loss of battery. Your computer is supplied with a lithium ion battery pack and can be recharged any time. If the battery pack wears out when the computer enters Sleep mode, you should save your computer while ...
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... battery charge capacity Follow steps 1 to select the Enable Battery Care Function check box. 5 Select the desired maximum charge level. 6 Click OK. n 27 N Getting Started Using the Battery Charge Functions You can customize the current battery charging method using the Battery Charge Functions. If the battery charge capacity is low, replace the battery pack with a new genuine Sony battery...
... battery charge capacity Follow steps 1 to select the Enable Battery Care Function check box. 5 Select the desired maximum charge level. 6 Click OK. n 27 N Getting Started Using the Battery Charge Functions You can customize the current battery charging method using the Battery Charge Functions. If the battery charge capacity is low, replace the battery pack with a new genuine Sony battery...
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n 28 N Getting Started At the confirmation prompt, click OK. 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. Using the Battery Life Conserving Wallpaper You can conserve your battery life just by setting the specific wallpaper as your desktop background.
n 28 N Getting Started At the confirmation prompt, click OK. 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. Using the Battery Life Conserving Wallpaper You can conserve your battery life just by setting the specific wallpaper as your desktop background.
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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. 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 lift the battery pack in Sleep mode. n 29 N Getting Started Removing the Battery Pack !
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. 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 lift the battery pack in Sleep mode. n 29 N Getting Started Removing the Battery Pack !
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...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 your computer has two distinct power saving modes: Sleep and Hibernate. ...If the battery charge level falls below 10%, you should be aware that the computer will automatically enter...
...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 your computer has two distinct power saving modes: Sleep and Hibernate. ...If the battery charge level falls below 10%, you should be aware that the computer will automatically enter...
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... use your computer for a long period of power while your data frequently. Your computer comes out of Sleep mode quicker than Hibernate mode. ! If the battery runs out of time while it is disconnected from AC power, place the computer into Hibernate mode or turn it off the LCD screen and... to the previous work state is in this mode. ! Sleep mode uses more power than out of data, you cannot insert a disc. n 108 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using Sleep Mode Sleep mode turns off .
... use your computer for a long period of power while your data frequently. Your computer comes out of Sleep mode quicker than Hibernate mode. ! If the battery runs out of time while it is disconnected from AC power, place the computer into Hibernate mode or turn it off the LCD screen and... to the previous work state is in this mode. ! Sleep mode uses more power than out of data, you cannot insert a disc. n 108 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using Sleep Mode Sleep mode turns off .
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... resuming preference will be lost if you can use the VAIO Control Center to configure your computer to return to place the computer into Sleep mode and click Save Changes. To modify this, you remove both the AC adapter and the battery pack. To change the Sleep mode settings. n 109 N... Customizing Your VAIO Computer To return to Normal mode ❑ Press any key. ❑ Press the power button on the taskbar ...
... resuming preference will be lost if you can use the VAIO Control Center to configure your computer to return to place the computer into Sleep mode and click Save Changes. To modify this, you remove both the AC adapter and the battery pack. To change the Sleep mode settings. n 109 N... Customizing Your VAIO Computer To return to Normal mode ❑ Press any key. ❑ Press the power button on the taskbar ...
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Even when the battery runs out of time, place the computer into Hibernate mode. ✍ When your computer before its power indicator light turns off . To activate Hibernate mode ... Lock button, and Hibernate to place the computer into Hibernate mode. Hibernate mode uses less power than Sleep mode to be lost. n 110 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 unlit in Hibernate...
Even when the battery runs out of time, place the computer into Hibernate mode. ✍ When your computer before its power indicator light turns off . To activate Hibernate mode ... Lock button, and Hibernate to place the computer into Hibernate mode. Hibernate mode uses less power than Sleep mode to be lost. n 110 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 unlit in Hibernate...
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... from Hibernate mode than four seconds, your computer to return to its normal state. ! See Setting Up Your Computer with the VAIO Control Center (page 106). You can use the VAIO Control Center to configure your computer will be lost if you press and hold the power button for more time to... return to Normal mode Press the power button. If you remove both the AC adapter and the battery pack. n 111 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer To return to Normal mode from Sleep mode.
... from Hibernate mode than four seconds, your computer to return to its normal state. ! See Setting Up Your Computer with the VAIO Control Center (page 106). You can use the VAIO Control Center to configure your computer will be lost if you press and hold the power button for more time to... return to Normal mode Press the power button. If you remove both the AC adapter and the battery pack. n 111 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer To return to Normal mode from Sleep mode.
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... status icon appears on the taskbar. Change the settings for VAIO computers. See the help file included with the VAIO Power Management Power management helps you set up power plans for running on AC or battery power to suit your computer and longer battery life. This icon indicates what kind of power source you...
... status icon appears on the taskbar. Change the settings for VAIO computers. See the help file included with the VAIO Power Management Power management helps you set up power plans for running on AC or battery power to suit your computer and longer battery life. This icon indicates what kind of power source you...