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... Considerations ...9 Getting Started ...11 Locating Controls and Ports...12 About the Indicator Lights ...25 Connecting a Power Source ...27 Using the Battery Pack ...29 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely ...34 Using Your VAIO Computer ...35 Using the Keyboard ...36 Using the Touch Pad ...38 Using Special-function Buttons ...39 Using the Built-in...
... Considerations ...9 Getting Started ...11 Locating Controls and Ports...12 About the Indicator Lights ...25 Connecting a Power Source ...27 Using the Battery Pack ...29 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely ...34 Using Your VAIO Computer ...35 Using the Keyboard ...36 Using the Touch Pad ...38 Using Special-function Buttons ...39 Using the Built-in...
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...Computer...163 On Using the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...165 On Handling Floppy Disks ...165 On Handling Discs ...166 On Using the Battery Pack...167 On Using Headphones...168 On Handling Memory Stick Media...169 On Handling the Hard Disk ...170 On Handling the Memory Card Adapter......171 Troubleshooting ...172 Computer ...174 System Security ...181 Battery...183 Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...185 Internet ...188 Networking ...190 Bluetooth Technology ...193 CDs and DVDs...197 Display ...202 Printing ...206 Microphone...
...Computer...163 On Using the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...165 On Handling Floppy Disks ...165 On Handling Discs ...166 On Using the Battery Pack...167 On Using Headphones...168 On Handling Memory Stick Media...169 On Handling the Hard Disk ...170 On Handling the Memory Card Adapter......171 Troubleshooting ...172 Computer ...174 System Security ...181 Battery...183 Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...185 Internet ...188 Networking ...190 Bluetooth Technology ...193 CDs and DVDs...197 Display ...202 Printing ...206 Microphone...
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...) ❑ About the Indicator Lights (page 25) ❑ Connecting a Power Source (page 27) ❑ Using the Battery Pack (page 29) ❑ Shutting Down Your Computer Safely (page 34) Make sure to get started with your VAIO computer. ! Upon completion, connect one device (for the first time, do not connect any new hardware...
...) ❑ About the Indicator Lights (page 25) ❑ Connecting a Power Source (page 27) ❑ Using the Battery Pack (page 29) ❑ Shutting Down Your Computer Safely (page 34) Make sure to get started with your VAIO computer. ! Upon completion, connect one device (for the first time, do not connect any new hardware...
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...page 130) N Built-in speakers E Keyboard (page 36) F Touch pad (page 38) G Power indicator (page 25) H Battery indicator (page 25) I Hard disk drive indicator (page 25) J Memory Stick Duo/PRO Duo media indicator (page 25) K LCD screen lid LOCK/RELEASE switch Make sure to slide this switch to the LOCK... position before moving your computer. VGN-FE700 Series Models Front n 13 N Getting Started A Built-in MOTION EYE ...
...page 130) N Built-in speakers E Keyboard (page 36) F Touch pad (page 38) G Power indicator (page 25) H Battery indicator (page 25) I Hard disk drive indicator (page 25) J Memory Stick Duo/PRO Duo media indicator (page 25) K LCD screen lid LOCK/RELEASE switch Make sure to slide this switch to the LOCK... position before moving your computer. VGN-FE700 Series Models Front n 13 N Getting Started A Built-in MOTION EYE ...
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...VAIO logo lamp (page 39) G Power button / Power indicator (page 25) H Touch pad (page 38) I Power indicator (page 25) J Battery indicator (page 25) K Hard disk drive indicator (page 25) L Memory Stick PRO/Duo... media indicator (page 25) M LCD screen lid LOCK/RELEASE switch Make sure to slide this switch to the LOCK position before moving your computer. VGN... memory card indicator (page 25) P Memory Stick PRO/Duo media slot*1 (page 78) Q SD memory card slot (page 83) R WIRELESS switch (page 88) S WLAN (Wireless ...
...VAIO logo lamp (page 39) G Power button / Power indicator (page 25) H Touch pad (page 38) I Power indicator (page 25) J Battery indicator (page 25) K Hard disk drive indicator (page 25) L Memory Stick PRO/Duo... media indicator (page 25) M LCD screen lid LOCK/RELEASE switch Make sure to slide this switch to the LOCK position before moving your computer. VGN... memory card indicator (page 25) P Memory Stick PRO/Duo media slot*1 (page 78) Q SD memory card slot (page 83) R WIRELESS switch (page 88) S WLAN (Wireless ...
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Back n 21 N Getting Started A VHF/UHF port*1 (page 53) B Air vent C Battery connector (page 29) D Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) port*2 (page 131) E DC IN port (page 27) *1 On selected models only. *2 Supports high-/full-/low- speeds.
Back n 21 N Getting Started A VHF/UHF port*1 (page 53) B Air vent C Battery connector (page 29) D Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) port*2 (page 131) E DC IN port (page 27) *1 On selected models only. *2 Supports high-/full-/low- speeds.
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When the indicator is off , the Memory Stick media is not being used. Memory Stick Duo/PRO Duo media (VGN-FE700 Series) Memory Stick PRO/Duo media (VGN-AR200 Series) Illuminates when data is read from or written to the optical disc. Built-in MOTION EYE camera*1 Illuminates while the ... the computer is in Standby mode, and turns off when the computer is equipped with the following indicator lights. Battery e Illuminates when the computer is using battery power, blinks when the battery pack is running out of the computer is on .) When the indicator is not being used . Muting % ...
When the indicator is off , the Memory Stick media is not being used. Memory Stick Duo/PRO Duo media (VGN-FE700 Series) Memory Stick PRO/Duo media (VGN-AR200 Series) Illuminates when data is read from or written to the optical disc. Built-in MOTION EYE camera*1 Illuminates while the ... the computer is in Standby mode, and turns off when the computer is equipped with the following indicator lights. Battery e Illuminates when the computer is using battery power, blinks when the battery pack is running out of the computer is on .) When the indicator is not being used . Muting % ...
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To use either an AC adapter or a rechargeable battery pack as a power source for your computer only with the supplied AC adapter. The shape of the power cord into an AC outlet (2). 3 Plug the ...
To use either an AC adapter or a rechargeable battery pack as a power source for your computer only with the supplied AC adapter. The shape of the power cord into an AC outlet (2). 3 Plug the ...
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Using the Battery Pack The battery pack supplied with your computer is not fully charged at the time of purchase. Installing the Battery Pack To install the battery pack ✍ The illustrations in the following show the VGN-FE700 Series model computer as an example. 1 Turn off the computer and close the LCD screen lid. 2 Slide the battery lock switch (1) to secure the battery pack on the computer. n 29 N Getting Started 4 Slide the battery lock switch (1) to the LOCK position to the UNLOCK position. 3 Slide the battery pack into the battery compartment until it clicks into place.
Using the Battery Pack The battery pack supplied with your computer is not fully charged at the time of purchase. Installing the Battery Pack To install the battery pack ✍ The illustrations in the following show the VGN-FE700 Series model computer as an example. 1 Turn off the computer and close the LCD screen lid. 2 Slide the battery lock switch (1) to secure the battery pack on the computer. n 29 N Getting Started 4 Slide the battery lock switch (1) to the LOCK position to the UNLOCK position. 3 Slide the battery pack into the battery compartment until it clicks into place.
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This computer is directly connected to operate only with genuine Sony batteries. ✍ When your computer is designed to AC power and has a battery pack installed, it uses power from the AC outlet. ! n 30 N Getting Started
This computer is directly connected to operate only with genuine Sony batteries. ✍ When your computer is designed to AC power and has a battery pack installed, it uses power from the AC outlet. ! n 30 N Getting Started
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... is running out of purchase. The battery pack is about 85% charged, the battery indicator turns off. The computer automatically charges the battery pack (the battery indicator light flashes in a double blink pattern as the battery pack charges). When the battery pack is charging. To charge the battery pack 1 Install the battery pack. 2 Connect the AC adapter to...
... is running out of purchase. The battery pack is about 85% charged, the battery indicator turns off. The computer automatically charges the battery pack (the battery indicator light flashes in a double blink pattern as the battery pack charges). When the battery pack is charging. To charge the battery pack 1 Install the battery pack. 2 Connect the AC adapter to...
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...you should save your computer and install a fully charged battery pack. When battery life is nearly depleted, both the battery and power indicator lights blink. Going back to recharge the battery pack or shut down your data frequently. Keep the battery pack in your computer may not enter Hibernate mode even...to AC power. For some software applications and some peripheral devices, your computer while it uses power from the AC outlet. If the battery pack wears out when the computer enters Standby mode, you should either attach the AC adapter to the previous work state is impossible....
...you should save your computer and install a fully charged battery pack. When battery life is nearly depleted, both the battery and power indicator lights blink. Going back to recharge the battery pack or shut down your data frequently. Keep the battery pack in your computer may not enter Hibernate mode even...to AC power. For some software applications and some peripheral devices, your computer while it uses power from the AC outlet. If the battery pack wears out when the computer enters Standby mode, you should either attach the AC adapter to the previous work state is impossible....
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To remove the battery pack ✍ The illustrations in the following show the VGN-FE700 Series model computer as an example. 1 Turn off the computer and close the LCD screen lid. 2 Slide the battery lock switch (1) to the AC adapter or if you remove the battery pack while the computer is in Standby mode. You may lose data if you remove the battery pack while your computer is on and not connected to the UNLOCK position. 3 Slide and hold the battery release latch (2) and slide the battery pack away from the computer. n 33 N Getting Started Removing the Battery Pack !
To remove the battery pack ✍ The illustrations in the following show the VGN-FE700 Series model computer as an example. 1 Turn off the computer and close the LCD screen lid. 2 Slide the battery lock switch (1) to the AC adapter or if you remove the battery pack while the computer is in Standby mode. You may lose data if you remove the battery pack while your computer is on and not connected to the UNLOCK position. 3 Slide and hold the battery release latch (2) and slide the battery pack away from the computer. n 33 N Getting Started Removing the Battery Pack !
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... in any other applications. ❑ Never touch the surface of the disc irreparably. ❑ Connect and use the AC adapter to power your battery pack is at least 50 percent charged. ❑ Some DVD players and computer's DVD drives may not be able to discs. This may cause...software. ❑ Only use memory-resident utility software while writing data to a disc. Fingerprints and dust on applicable models using the VAIO Zone software. ❑ Use only Sony Value-added software when writing to CD/DVD media. (Ex: Click to DVD) Other software programs may not be fully compatible and...
... in any other applications. ❑ Never touch the surface of the disc irreparably. ❑ Connect and use the AC adapter to power your battery pack is at least 50 percent charged. ❑ Some DVD players and computer's DVD drives may not be able to discs. This may cause...software. ❑ Only use memory-resident utility software while writing data to a disc. Fingerprints and dust on applicable models using the VAIO Zone software. ❑ Use only Sony Value-added software when writing to CD/DVD media. (Ex: Click to DVD) Other software programs may not be fully compatible and...
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... 5 Press down until the cover clicks into place. ✍ If the remote commander does not operate properly, you need to replace the batteries. n 65 N Using Your VAIO Computer Before you use the remote commander Before using the remote commander, you may need to insert the supplied AA manganese... batteries and connect the remote sensor to enable communication between the computer and the remote commander. When the remote commander has not ...
... 5 Press down until the cover clicks into place. ✍ If the remote commander does not operate properly, you need to replace the batteries. n 65 N Using Your VAIO Computer Before you use the remote commander Before using the remote commander, you may need to insert the supplied AA manganese... batteries and connect the remote sensor to enable communication between the computer and the remote commander. When the remote commander has not ...
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... bay docking station (page 110). The multi function bay docking station is VGN-AR200 Series, follow these steps to use with VGN-AR200 Series models. Proceed with a size adjuster for use this size adjuster. For VGN-FE700 Series models, you purchased is equipped with the steps described in To... attach your computer has no battery pack installed, do not need to slide out and secure the size adjuster. If the model ...
... bay docking station (page 110). The multi function bay docking station is VGN-AR200 Series, follow these steps to use with VGN-AR200 Series models. Proceed with a size adjuster for use this size adjuster. For VGN-FE700 Series models, you purchased is equipped with the steps described in To... attach your computer has no battery pack installed, do not need to slide out and secure the size adjuster. If the model ...
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... connected to close video playback software before disconnecting it from the multi function bay docking station may result in loss of the computer. When the battery pack is running out of power, disconnecting your computer from the multi function bay docking station during video playback. Do not disconnect your computer. Once...
... connected to close video playback software before disconnecting it from the multi function bay docking station may result in loss of the computer. When the battery pack is running out of power, disconnecting your computer from the multi function bay docking station during video playback. Do not disconnect your computer. Once...
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... devices, your computer has two distinct power saving modes: Standby and Hibernate. To set the timer for your computer and install a fully charged battery pack. Click Performance and Maintenance and Power Options, and then change the settings under Power Schemes. ! The green power indicator light is the ... of the computer when it is in this mode. Using Normal Mode This is on in use a battery pack as the LCD screen or the hard disk. If the battery level falls below 10 percent, you select. n 144 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using the Power Saving Modes When you use .
... devices, your computer has two distinct power saving modes: Standby and Hibernate. To set the timer for your computer and install a fully charged battery pack. Click Performance and Maintenance and Power Options, and then change the settings under Power Schemes. ! The green power indicator light is the ... of the computer when it is in this mode. Using Normal Mode This is on in use a battery pack as the LCD screen or the hard disk. If the battery level falls below 10 percent, you select. n 144 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using the Power Saving Modes When you use .
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...the battery runs down while your computer is in Standby mode, you will turn off the LCD screen and places the hard disk and the CPU into Standby mode. To activate Standby mode 1 Click Start and then Turn Off Computer. 2 Click Stand By. ✍ If the model you purchased is VGN-...AR200 Series and a remote commander is in this , you press the power button for 25 minutes, it will lose any key. ! To avoid this mode. n 145 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using Standby Mode Standby mode turns off automatically. To return...
...the battery runs down while your computer is in Standby mode, you will turn off the LCD screen and places the hard disk and the CPU into Standby mode. To activate Standby mode 1 Click Start and then Turn Off Computer. 2 Click Stand By. ✍ If the model you purchased is VGN-...AR200 Series and a remote commander is in this , you press the power button for 25 minutes, it will lose any key. ! To avoid this mode. n 145 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using Standby Mode Standby mode turns off automatically. To return...