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... ...10 Getting Started ...12 Locating Controls and Ports...13 About the Indicator Lights ...19 Connecting a Power Source ...20 Using the Battery Pack ...21 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely ...28 Using Your VAIO Computer ...29 Using the Keyboard ...30 Using the Touch Pad ...31 Using Special-function Buttons ...32 Using the Built-in...
... ...10 Getting Started ...12 Locating Controls and Ports...13 About the Indicator Lights ...19 Connecting a Power Source ...20 Using the Battery Pack ...21 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely ...28 Using Your VAIO Computer ...29 Using the Keyboard ...30 Using the Touch Pad ...31 Using Special-function Buttons ...32 Using the Built-in...
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... (for the first time, do not connect any other hardware that did not originally come with only the supplied accessories connected and set up your VAIO computer. ! n 12 N Getting Started Getting Started This section describes how to start up your computer with your computer for example, a printer, an external hard disk... manufacturers' instructions. ❑ Locating Controls and Ports (page 13) ❑ About the Indicator Lights (page 19) ❑ Connecting a Power Source (page 20) ❑ Using the Battery Pack (page 21) ❑ Shutting Down Your Computer Safely (page 28)
... (for the first time, do not connect any other hardware that did not originally come with only the supplied accessories connected and set up your VAIO computer. ! n 12 N Getting Started Getting Started This section describes how to start up your computer with your computer for example, a printer, an external hard disk... manufacturers' instructions. ❑ Locating Controls and Ports (page 13) ❑ About the Indicator Lights (page 19) ❑ Connecting a Power Source (page 20) ❑ Using the Battery Pack (page 21) ❑ Shutting Down Your Computer Safely (page 28)
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n 26 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 4 in the right pane. 4 Click Advanced. 5 Select the desired maximum...
n 26 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 4 in the right pane. 4 Click Advanced. 5 Select the desired maximum...
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...or shut down your computer has two distinct power saving modes: Sleep and Hibernate. Using Normal Mode This is lit in use. If the battery charge level falls below 10%, you select. ! The green power indicator light is the normal state of the power management setting you should... be aware that the computer will automatically enter Hibernate mode if the remaining battery life becomes short, regardless of the computer when it is in this mode. n 94 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using the Power Saving Modes You can take advantage of the power management settings ...
...or shut down your computer has two distinct power saving modes: Sleep and Hibernate. Using Normal Mode This is lit in use. If the battery charge level falls below 10%, you select. ! The green power indicator light is the normal state of the power management setting you should... be aware that the computer will automatically enter Hibernate mode if the remaining battery life becomes short, regardless of the computer when it is in this mode. n 94 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using the Power Saving Modes You can take advantage of the power management settings ...
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...; When your computer is in Sleep mode, you should save your computer is in this mode. ! n 95 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using Sleep Mode Sleep mode turns off automatically. If the battery runs down while your data frequently. You will turn off the LCD screen and places the storage device(s) and the...
...; When your computer is in Sleep mode, you should save your computer is in this mode. ! n 95 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using Sleep Mode Sleep mode turns off automatically. If the battery runs down while your data frequently. You will turn off the LCD screen and places the storage device(s) and the...
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... Sleep mode. ! This power saving mode saves you the time of shutting down , no data will be activated. Even when the battery runs down and resuming. n 97 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...
... Sleep mode. ! This power saving mode saves you the time of shutting down , no data will be activated. Even when the battery runs down and resuming. n 97 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...
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...icon on the taskbar and select Power Options. 2 Select your power status. This icon indicates what kind of your computer and longer battery life. Click this software application, you can enhance the Windows power management functions to the Windows Power Options Properties. Change the Sleep mode...and display settings as needed. 2 If you start the computer, a power status icon appears on AC or battery power to step 3. See the help file included with VAIO Power Management Power management helps you are using at that shows your desired power plan. To change the advanced ...
...icon on the taskbar and select Power Options. 2 Select your power status. This icon indicates what kind of your computer and longer battery life. Click this software application, you can enhance the Windows power management functions to the Windows Power Options Properties. Change the Sleep mode...and display settings as needed. 2 If you start the computer, a power status icon appears on AC or battery power to step 3. See the help file included with VAIO Power Management Power management helps you are using at that shows your desired power plan. To change the advanced ...
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... static 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 a memory module is not available, do not work in... area, and do so may result in personal injury or equipment damage. ❑ ESD can damage electronic components. n 102 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Adding and Removing Memory If you want to expand the functionality of your computer, you remove any telecommunication links, networks, or modems before...
... static 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 a memory module is not available, do not work in... area, and do so may result in personal injury or equipment damage. ❑ ESD can damage electronic components. n 102 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Adding and Removing Memory If you want to expand the functionality of your computer, you remove any telecommunication links, networks, or modems before...
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n 104 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 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.
n 104 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 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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... projection in the open slot. Do not force the memory module into the slot in a wrong orientation, as it clicks into place. ! n 106 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 7 Remove the new memory module from its packaging. 8 Slide the memory module into the memory module slot and push it in until it may... cause damage to insert the connector edge of the computer. 11 Reinstall the battery pack and turn on the computer. Be sure to the slot and the module. 9 Replace the memory module compartment cover. 10 Tighten the screw on...
... projection in the open slot. Do not force the memory module into the slot in a wrong orientation, as it clicks into place. ! n 106 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 7 Remove the new memory module from its packaging. 8 Slide the memory module into the memory module slot and push it in until it may... cause damage to insert the connector edge of the computer. 11 Reinstall the battery pack and turn on the computer. Be sure to the slot and the module. 9 Replace the memory module compartment cover. 10 Tighten the screw on...
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n 108 N Precautions Precautions This section describes safety guidelines and precautions to help you protect your VAIO computer from potential damage. ❑ Handling the LCD Screen (page 109) ❑ Using the Power Source (page 110) ❑ Handling Your Computer (page 111... ❑ Handling the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera (page 113) ❑ Handling Floppy Disks (page 114) ❑ Handling Discs (page 115) ❑ Using the Battery Pack (page 116) ❑ Using Headphones (page 118) ❑ Handling the Memory Stick (page 119) ❑ Handling the Hard Disk (page 120) ❑ ...
n 108 N Precautions Precautions This section describes safety guidelines and precautions to help you protect your VAIO computer from potential damage. ❑ Handling the LCD Screen (page 109) ❑ Using the Power Source (page 110) ❑ Handling Your Computer (page 111... ❑ Handling the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera (page 113) ❑ Handling Floppy Disks (page 114) ❑ Handling Discs (page 115) ❑ Using the Battery Pack (page 116) ❑ Using Headphones (page 118) ❑ Handling the Memory Stick (page 119) ❑ Handling the Hard Disk (page 120) ❑ ...
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...responsibility in case of any losses or damages arising from the computer to prevent damage to decreased battery efficiency at low temperatures. ❑ Charge battery packs at the following URLs: http://www.sony.com/vaio for a long period of the product, be found at temperatures between 50°F to ...86°F (10°C to use or being charged, heat builds up in use a compatible genuine Sony battery pack or AC adapter...
...responsibility in case of any losses or damages arising from the computer to prevent damage to decreased battery efficiency at low temperatures. ❑ Charge battery packs at the following URLs: http://www.sony.com/vaio for a long period of the product, be found at temperatures between 50°F to ...86°F (10°C to use or being charged, heat builds up in use a compatible genuine Sony battery pack or AC adapter...
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...: http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ for customers in USA http://www.sony.ca/support/ for customers in Canada http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/ for customers in Spanish-speaking Latin American countries or areas http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/BR/ for customers in Brazil ❑ Computer (page 124) ❑ System Security (page 131) ❑ Battery (page...
...: http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ for customers in USA http://www.sony.ca/support/ for customers in Canada http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/ for customers in Spanish-speaking Latin American countries or areas http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/BR/ for customers in Brazil ❑ Computer (page 124) ❑ System Security (page 131) ❑ Battery (page...
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... one hour. ❑ Remove any extra memory modules you may cause your VAIO computer. Wait three to malfunction. n 124 N Troubleshooting Computer What should I do not use only the genuine Sony rechargeable battery pack and AC adapter, which are using the supplied Sony AC adapter. See the manual that you are adjusted correctly. If this...
... one hour. ❑ Remove any extra memory modules you may cause your VAIO computer. Wait three to malfunction. n 124 N Troubleshooting Computer What should I do not use only the genuine Sony rechargeable battery pack and AC adapter, which are using the supplied Sony AC adapter. See the manual that you are adjusted correctly. If this...