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... 11 Locating Controls and Ports 12 About the Indicator Lights 18 Connecting a Power Source 19 Using the Battery Pack 20 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely 27 Updating Your Computer 28 Using Your VAIO Computer 29 Using the Keyboard 30 Using the Touch Pad 32 Using the Special-function Button 33 Using... Modes 82 Using the Multiple Monitors Function 84 Connecting an External Microphone 86 Connecting a USB Device 87 Connecting an i.LINK Device 89 Customizing Your VAIO Computer 91 Setting the Password 92 Using the VAIO Control Center 99 Using the Power Saving Modes 100 Using the...
... 11 Locating Controls and Ports 12 About the Indicator Lights 18 Connecting a Power Source 19 Using the Battery Pack 20 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely 27 Updating Your Computer 28 Using Your VAIO Computer 29 Using the Keyboard 30 Using the Touch Pad 32 Using the Special-function Button 33 Using... Modes 82 Using the Multiple Monitors Function 84 Connecting an External Microphone 86 Connecting a USB Device 87 Connecting an i.LINK Device 89 Customizing Your VAIO Computer 91 Setting the Password 92 Using the VAIO Control Center 99 Using the Power Saving Modes 100 Using the...
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...number is causing the problem 5 A brief description of your VAIO PC. Sony Style Backstage Technicians can find the contact numbers on your Sony VAIO computer. In order to find the information you are looking for your new VAIO PC, system optimization, data rescue, and any repair service you...Sony Style store and get personalized service and support for at www.sonystyle.com/backstage to receive the fastest and most efficient services, have the following information readily available: 1 Your VAIO computer model You can find it on the bottom, the back panel, or inside the battery...
...number is causing the problem 5 A brief description of your VAIO PC. Sony Style Backstage Technicians can find the contact numbers on your Sony VAIO computer. In order to find the information you are looking for your new VAIO PC, system optimization, data rescue, and any repair service you...Sony Style store and get personalized service and support for at www.sonystyle.com/backstage to receive the fastest and most efficient services, have the following information readily available: 1 Your VAIO computer model You can find it on the bottom, the back panel, or inside the battery...
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... time, do not connect any other hardware that did not originally come with only the supplied accessories connected and set up your computer with your VAIO computer. ! Before starting your computer for example, a printer, an external hard disk drive, a scanner, and so on) at a time, following the manufacturers' ...10065; Locating Controls and Ports (page 12) ❑ About the Indicator Lights (page 18) ❑ Connecting a Power Source (page 19) ❑ Using the Battery Pack (page 20) ❑ Shutting Down Your Computer Safely (page 27) ❑ Updating Your Computer (page 28)
... time, do not connect any other hardware that did not originally come with only the supplied accessories connected and set up your computer with your VAIO computer. ! Before starting your computer for example, a printer, an external hard disk drive, a scanner, and so on) at a time, following the manufacturers' ...10065; Locating Controls and Ports (page 12) ❑ About the Indicator Lights (page 18) ❑ Connecting a Power Source (page 19) ❑ Using the Battery Pack (page 20) ❑ Shutting Down Your Computer Safely (page 27) ❑ Updating Your Computer (page 28)
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... capacity is low, replace the battery pack with a new genuine Sony battery pack. Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack n 25 N Using the Battery Charge Functions You can conserve your battery life just by setting the specific wallpaper as your desktop background. To enable the battery care function 1 Click Start, All Programs, and VAIO Control Center. 2 Click Power Management...
... capacity is low, replace the battery pack with a new genuine Sony battery pack. Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack n 25 N Using the Battery Charge Functions You can conserve your battery life just by setting the specific wallpaper as your desktop background. To enable the battery care function 1 Click Start, All Programs, and VAIO Control Center. 2 Click Power Management...
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... becomes short, regardless of the power management setting you should either connect the AC adapter to recharge the battery pack or shut down your computer has two distinct power saving modes: Sleep and Hibernate. The green power indicator light is lit in use. Using ...Normal Mode This is the normal state of the power management settings to the normal operating mode, your computer and install a fully charged battery pack. Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Using the Power Saving Modes n 100 N Using the Power Saving Modes You can take advantage of the computer when it is in...
... becomes short, regardless of the power management setting you should either connect the AC adapter to recharge the battery pack or shut down your computer has two distinct power saving modes: Sleep and Hibernate. The green power indicator light is lit in use. Using ...Normal Mode This is the normal state of the power management settings to the normal operating mode, your computer and install a fully charged battery pack. Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Using the Power Saving Modes n 100 N Using the Power Saving Modes You can take advantage of the computer when it is in...
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...computer. ! To avoid loss of Sleep mode quicker than Hibernate mode. ! You will be lost if you remove both the AC adapter and the battery pack. Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Using the Power Saving Modes n 101 N Using Sleep Mode Sleep mode turns off the LCD screen and places the built-in storage... Normal mode ❑ Press any key. ❑ Press the power button on your data frequently. If you open the LCD screen lid. If the battery runs out of power while your computer for more power than out of time while it off automatically. To activate Sleep mode Click Start, the...
...computer. ! To avoid loss of Sleep mode quicker than Hibernate mode. ! You will be lost if you remove both the AC adapter and the battery pack. Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Using the Power Saving Modes n 101 N Using Sleep Mode Sleep mode turns off the LCD screen and places the built-in storage... Normal mode ❑ Press any key. ❑ Press the power button on your data frequently. If you open the LCD screen lid. If the battery runs out of power while your computer for more power than out of time while it off automatically. To activate Sleep mode Click Start, the...
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Hibernate mode requires more time than Sleep mode. ! The computer enters Hibernate mode. Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Using the Power Saving Modes n 103 N Using Hibernate Mode In Hibernate mode, the state of the system is saved on the built-in storage ... period of power, no data will be activated. The power indicator light is in this mode. ✍ If you cannot insert a disc. Even when the battery runs out of time, place the computer into Hibernate mode. ✍ When your computer is unlit in Hibernate mode, you do not intend to use...
Hibernate mode requires more time than Sleep mode. ! The computer enters Hibernate mode. Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Using the Power Saving Modes n 103 N Using Hibernate Mode In Hibernate mode, the state of the system is saved on the built-in storage ... period of power, no data will be activated. The power indicator light is in this mode. ✍ If you cannot insert a disc. Even when the battery runs out of time, place the computer into Hibernate mode. ✍ When your computer is unlit in Hibernate mode, you do not intend to use...
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You can use the VAIO Control Center to Normal mode from Sleep mode. The computer returns to Normal mode Press the power button. If you open the LCD screen lid. ... hold the power button for more time to return to configure your computer will be lost if you remove both the AC adapter and the battery pack. See Using the VAIO Control Center (page 99). Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Using the Power Saving Modes n 104 N To return to its normal state. !
You can use the VAIO Control Center to Normal mode from Sleep mode. The computer returns to Normal mode Press the power button. If you open the LCD screen lid. ... hold the power button for more time to return to configure your computer will be lost if you remove both the AC adapter and the battery pack. See Using the VAIO Control Center (page 99). Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Using the Power Saving Modes n 104 N To return to its normal state. !
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.... 4 Click OK. Change the Sleep mode and display settings as needed. 2 If you set up power plans for running on AC or battery power to ensure better operation of power source you start the computer, a power status icon appears on the taskbar and select Power Options. 2...-click the power status icon on the taskbar. Selecting a Power Plan When you are using at that shows your computer and longer battery life. The VAIO Power Management function is a software application developed exclusively for more information. Change the settings for example, AC power. This icon indicates ...
.... 4 Click OK. Change the Sleep mode and display settings as needed. 2 If you set up power plans for running on AC or battery power to ensure better operation of power source you start the computer, a power status icon appears on the taskbar and select Power Options. 2...-click the power status icon on the taskbar. Selecting a Power Plan When you are using at that shows your computer and longer battery life. The VAIO Power Management function is a software application developed exclusively for more information. Change the settings for example, AC power. This icon indicates ...
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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 cover or panel from the computer. If such a station is not detected by installing optional ... adding or removing memory modules. ❑ Be careful when changing memory. Before touching a memory module, ensure the following pages. Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > Adding and Removing Memory n 108 N Adding and Removing Memory If you want to expand the functionality of your computer, you can...
...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 cover or panel from the computer. If such a station is not detected by installing optional ... adding or removing memory modules. ❑ Be careful when changing memory. Before touching a memory module, ensure the following pages. Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > Adding and Removing Memory n 108 N Adding and Removing Memory If you want to expand the functionality of your computer, you can...
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Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > Adding and Removing Memory n 110 N Removing and Installing a Memory Module To change or add a memory module 1 Shut down the computer and disconnect all peripheral devices. 2 Unplug the computer and remove the battery pack. 3 Wait about an hour until the computer cools down. 4 Unscrew the screw (indicated by the arrow below) on the bottom of the computer and remove the memory module compartment cover. 5 Touch a metal object to discharge static electricity.
Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > Adding and Removing Memory n 110 N Removing and Installing a Memory Module To change or add a memory module 1 Shut down the computer and disconnect all peripheral devices. 2 Unplug the computer and remove the battery pack. 3 Wait about an hour until the computer cools down. 4 Unscrew the screw (indicated by the arrow below) on the bottom of the computer and remove the memory module compartment cover. 5 Touch a metal object to discharge static electricity.
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... install only one memory module, be sure to use the slot closer to insert the connector edge of the memory module into place. Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > Adding and Removing Memory 8 Slide the memory module into the memory module slot and push it in the open slot. Do not touch any... memory module compartment cover. 10 Tighten the screw on the bottom of your computer. Be sure to the front of the computer. 11 Reinstall the battery pack and turn on the motherboard. n 112 N !
... install only one memory module, be sure to use the slot closer to insert the connector edge of the memory module into place. Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > Adding and Removing Memory 8 Slide the memory module into the memory module slot and push it in the open slot. Do not touch any... memory module compartment cover. 10 Tighten the screw on the bottom of your computer. Be sure to the front of the computer. 11 Reinstall the battery pack and turn on the motherboard. n 112 N !
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Precautions > n 114 N Precautions This section describes safety guidelines and precautions to help you protect your VAIO computer from potential damage. ❑ Handling the LCD Screen (page 115) ❑ Using the Power Source (page 116) ❑ Handling Your Computer (page ...117) ❑ Handling the Built-in Camera (page 120) ❑ Handling Discs (page 121) ❑ Using the Battery Pack (page 122) ❑ Using Headphones (page 124) ❑ Handling the Memory Stick (page 125) ❑ Handling the Built-in Storage Device (page 126) ...
Precautions > n 114 N Precautions This section describes safety guidelines and precautions to help you protect your VAIO computer from potential damage. ❑ Handling the LCD Screen (page 115) ❑ Using the Power Source (page 116) ❑ Handling Your Computer (page ...117) ❑ Handling the Built-in Camera (page 120) ❑ Handling Discs (page 121) ❑ Using the Battery Pack (page 122) ❑ Using Headphones (page 124) ❑ Handling the Memory Stick (page 125) ❑ Handling the Built-in Storage Device (page 126) ...
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If any problems occur, unplug the computer and contact an authorized Sony Service Center. Precautions > Handling Your Computer n 118 N ❑ Do not use cut or damaged connection cables. ❑ If your lap. The temperature of the base ... computer directly on the computer. Otherwise, problems may condense inside the computer. To find the nearest center or agent, see Finding More about Your VAIO Computer (page 5). ❑ Make sure you disconnect the AC adapter and remove the battery pack before turning on your computer is damaged, back up your data regularly.
If any problems occur, unplug the computer and contact an authorized Sony Service Center. Precautions > Handling Your Computer n 118 N ❑ Do not use cut or damaged connection cables. ❑ If your lap. The temperature of the base ... computer directly on the computer. Otherwise, problems may condense inside the computer. To find the nearest center or agent, see Finding More about Your VAIO Computer (page 5). ❑ Make sure you disconnect the AC adapter and remove the battery pack before turning on your computer is damaged, back up your data regularly.
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...in the sun or under direct sunlight. ❑ Battery life is due to decreased battery efficiency at low temperatures. ❑ Charge battery packs at the following URLs: ❑ For customers in USA and Canada http://www.sony.com/vaio ❑ For customers in Latin American countries or... charging time. ❑ Do not charge the battery pack in any mechanical shock, such as designated by Sony in writing. ❑ For your safety, Sony recommends using the genuine Sony battery pack and AC adapter that are provided with your VAIO computer. ❑ The disassembly, alteration of heat...
...in the sun or under direct sunlight. ❑ Battery life is due to decreased battery efficiency at low temperatures. ❑ Charge battery packs at the following URLs: ❑ For customers in USA and Canada http://www.sony.com/vaio ❑ For customers in Latin American countries or... charging time. ❑ Do not charge the battery pack in any mechanical shock, such as designated by Sony in writing. ❑ For your safety, Sony recommends using the genuine Sony battery pack and AC adapter that are provided with your VAIO computer. ❑ The disassembly, alteration of heat...
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... Spanish-speaking Latin American countries or areas http://esupport.sony.com/LA/ ❑ For customers in Brazil http://esupport.sony.com/BR/ Features and options in this section may not be available on your VAIO computer. Troubleshooting > n 128 N Troubleshooting This section... describes how to solve common problems you might encounter when using your computer. ❑ Computer (page 130) ❑ System Security (page 136) ❑ Battery...
... Spanish-speaking Latin American countries or areas http://esupport.sony.com/LA/ ❑ For customers in Brazil http://esupport.sony.com/BR/ Features and options in this section may not be available on your VAIO computer. Troubleshooting > n 128 N Troubleshooting This section... describes how to solve common problems you might encounter when using your computer. ❑ Computer (page 130) ❑ System Security (page 136) ❑ Battery...
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...not use only the genuine Sony rechargeable battery pack and AC adapter, which are supplied by Sony for your VAIO computer. See the manual that came with your safety, use the computer for more information. ❑ Unplug the AC adapter and remove the battery pack. Reinstall the battery pack, plug the AC... sure your computer is securely plugged into a power source and turned on and the power indicator light is lit. ❑ Make sure the battery pack is installed properly and charged. ❑ Disconnect all connected USB devices (if any), and then restart your computer. ❑ Remove any...
...not use only the genuine Sony rechargeable battery pack and AC adapter, which are supplied by Sony for your VAIO computer. See the manual that came with your safety, use the computer for more information. ❑ Unplug the AC adapter and remove the battery pack. Reinstall the battery pack, plug the AC... sure your computer is securely plugged into a power source and turned on and the power indicator light is lit. ❑ Make sure the battery pack is installed properly and charged. ❑ Disconnect all connected USB devices (if any), and then restart your computer. ❑ Remove any...
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What should I do if the charge indicator light is not compatible. For details, see Finding More about Your VAIO Computer (page 5). Then reinstall the battery pack to the Lock button, and Restart. 3 If your computer with the power button may become unstable if the operating mode is changed ...before the computer completely enters Sleep or Hibernate mode. Remove the battery pack and contact an authorized Sony Service Center. Your computer may cause loss of unsaved data. Turning off your computer and remove the...
What should I do if the charge indicator light is not compatible. For details, see Finding More about Your VAIO Computer (page 5). Then reinstall the battery pack to the Lock button, and Restart. 3 If your computer with the power button may become unstable if the operating mode is changed ...before the computer completely enters Sleep or Hibernate mode. Remove the battery pack and contact an authorized Sony Service Center. Your computer may cause loss of unsaved data. Turning off your computer and remove the...
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... installed properly. Wait for 10 or 15 seconds, then restart your computer and remove the battery pack. Remove the battery pack and contact an authorized Sony Service Center. If you enter a wrong power-on password three times consecutively, the Enter ... your computer and enter the correct password. To resolve this problem, turn off . Then reinstall the battery pack to check that the Num lock and Caps lock indicators are unlit. To find the nearest center or agent... the indicator before entering the password. For details, see Finding More about Your VAIO Computer (page 5).
... installed properly. Wait for 10 or 15 seconds, then restart your computer and remove the battery pack. Remove the battery pack and contact an authorized Sony Service Center. If you enter a wrong power-on password three times consecutively, the Enter ... your computer and enter the correct password. To resolve this problem, turn off . Then reinstall the battery pack to check that the Num lock and Caps lock indicators are unlit. To find the nearest center or agent... the indicator before entering the password. For details, see Finding More about Your VAIO Computer (page 5).