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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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n4 N Precautions ...108 Handling the LCD Screen ...109 Using the Power Source ...110 Handling Your Computer ...111 Handling the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...113 Handling Floppy Disks ...114 Handling Discs ...115 Using the Battery Pack ...116 Using Headphones ...118 Handling the Memory Stick ...119 Handling the Hard Disk ...120 Updating Your Computer ...121 Troubleshooting ...122 Computer ...124 System Security ...131 Battery...132 Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...134 Internet ...137 Networking ...139 Bluetooth Technology ...142 Optical Discs ...147 Display ...152 Printing ...157 Microphone ...158
n4 N Precautions ...108 Handling the LCD Screen ...109 Using the Power Source ...110 Handling Your Computer ...111 Handling the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...113 Handling Floppy Disks ...114 Handling Discs ...115 Using the Battery Pack ...116 Using Headphones ...118 Handling the Memory Stick ...119 Handling the Hard Disk ...120 Updating Your Computer ...121 Troubleshooting ...122 Computer ...124 System Security ...131 Battery...132 Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...134 Internet ...137 Networking ...139 Bluetooth Technology ...142 Optical Discs ...147 Display ...152 Printing ...157 Microphone ...158
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... computer with your computer. Be sure to get started using your system. n 12 N Getting Started Getting Started This section describes how to start up 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' 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)
... computer with your computer. Be sure to get started using your system. n 12 N Getting Started Getting Started This section describes how to start up 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' 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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Illuminates while the battery pack is in use. Illuminates while the built-in MOTION EYE camera is charging. Illuminates while data is being read from or written to turn ... not in use . Illuminates while the drive is unlit. Normal scrolling resumes when the Scroll lock indicator is reading or writing data. See Charging the Battery Pack (page 24) for more information. Illuminates while the drive is unlit. Normal typing resumes when the Caps lock indicator is reading or writing data...
Illuminates while the battery pack is in use. Illuminates while the built-in MOTION EYE camera is charging. Illuminates while data is being read from or written to turn ... not in use . Illuminates while the drive is unlit. Normal scrolling resumes when the Scroll lock indicator is reading or writing data. See Charging the Battery Pack (page 24) for more information. Illuminates while the drive is unlit. Normal typing resumes when the Caps lock indicator is reading or writing data...
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... adapter for your computer completely from AC power, unplug the AC adapter. If you do not intend to use either an AC adapter or a rechargeable battery pack for supplying power to the AC adapter (3) into Hibernate mode. Make sure that the AC outlet is easily accessible. This power saving mode saves...
... adapter for your computer completely from AC power, unplug the AC adapter. If you do not intend to use either an AC adapter or a rechargeable battery pack for supplying power to the AC adapter (3) into Hibernate mode. Make sure that the AC outlet is easily accessible. This power saving mode saves...
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Using the Battery Pack The battery pack supplied with your computer is not fully charged at the time of delivery. 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. n 21 N Getting Started
Using the Battery Pack The battery pack supplied with your computer is not fully charged at the time of delivery. 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. n 21 N Getting Started
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n 22 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 22 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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This computer is directly connected to operate only with genuine Sony battery packs. n 23 N Getting Started 4 Rotate the battery pack in the direction of the arrow, and push the battery pack down into place. 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. n 23 N Getting Started 4 Rotate the battery pack in the direction of the arrow, and push the battery pack down into place. 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. !
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... select your computer is charging. The charge indicator light turns on while the battery pack is running out of delivery. n 24 N Getting Started Charging the Battery Pack The battery pack supplied with your desired maximum charge level, see Using the Battery Charge Functions (page 26). Charge indicator status Lit in orange Blinks along with...
... select your computer is charging. The charge indicator light turns on while the battery pack is running out of delivery. n 24 N Getting Started Charging the Battery Pack The battery pack supplied with your desired maximum charge level, see Using the Battery Charge Functions (page 26). Charge indicator status Lit in orange Blinks along with...
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... when the computer enters Sleep mode, you should either connect the AC adapter to recharge the battery pack or shut down your computer and install a fully charged battery pack. If the battery charge level falls below 10%, you will lose all unsaved data. Your computer is impossible. ...loss of data, you should save your data frequently. Charging a partially discharged battery pack does not affect the battery life. When your computer is low. While some software applications or peripheral devices are using battery power, you are in your computer while it uses power from the AC ...
... when the computer enters Sleep mode, you should either connect the AC adapter to recharge the battery pack or shut down your computer and install a fully charged battery pack. If the battery charge level falls below 10%, you will lose all unsaved data. Your computer is impossible. ...loss of data, you should save your data frequently. Charging a partially discharged battery pack does not affect the battery life. When your computer is low. While some software applications or peripheral devices are using battery power, you are in your computer while it uses power from the AC ...
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... can select the battery charging method for your battery pack with a new genuine Sony battery pack. To check the battery wear level Follow steps 1 to select the Enable Battery Care Function check box in To enable the battery care function above and check detailed information. To enable the battery care function 1 Click Start, All Programs, and VAIO Control Center...
... can select the battery charging method for your battery pack with a new genuine Sony battery pack. To check the battery wear level Follow steps 1 to select the Enable Battery Care Function check box in To enable the battery care function above and check detailed information. To enable the battery care function 1 Click Start, All Programs, and VAIO Control Center...
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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. n 27 N Getting Started Removing the Battery Pack ! You may lose data if you remove the battery pack while the computer is on the battery pack, and turn the battery pack in Sleep mode.
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. n 27 N Getting Started Removing the Battery Pack ! You may lose data if you remove the battery pack while the computer is on the battery pack, and turn the battery pack in Sleep mode.
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...operating mode, your computer and install a fully charged battery pack. If the battery charge level falls below 10%, you select. ! Using Normal Mode This is the normal state of the computer when it is lit in use. n 94 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. The...
...operating mode, your computer and install a fully charged battery pack. If the battery charge level falls below 10%, you select. ! Using Normal Mode This is the normal state of the computer when it is lit in use. n 94 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. The...
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n 95 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using Sleep Mode Sleep mode turns off automatically. If you do not intend to Normal mode ❑ Press any key. ❑ Press the power ... avoid loss of data, you will lose all unsaved data. You will lose all unsaved data. To return to use your data frequently. If the battery runs down while your computer is impossible. If you cannot insert a disc. To activate Sleep mode Click Start, the arrow next to the previous work...
n 95 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using Sleep Mode Sleep mode turns off automatically. If you do not intend to Normal mode ❑ Press any key. ❑ Press the power ... avoid loss of data, you will lose all unsaved data. You will lose all unsaved data. To return to use your data frequently. If the battery runs down while your computer is impossible. If you cannot insert a disc. To activate Sleep mode Click Start, the arrow next to the previous work...
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... and Hibernate to place the computer into Hibernate mode. Alternatively, you the time of shutting down , no data will be activated. Even when the battery runs down and resuming. Hibernate mode uses less power than Sleep mode to use your computer for a long period of time, place the computer into..., you do not intend to be lost. The computer enters Hibernate mode. Hibernate mode requires more time than Sleep mode. ! 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 turned off .
... and Hibernate to place the computer into Hibernate mode. Alternatively, you the time of shutting down , no data will be activated. Even when the battery runs down and resuming. Hibernate mode uses less power than Sleep mode to use your computer for a long period of time, place the computer into..., you do not intend to be lost. The computer enters Hibernate mode. Hibernate mode requires more time than Sleep mode. ! 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 turned off .
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... To select a power plan 1 Right-click the power status icon on AC or battery power to suit your computer and longer battery life. See the help file included with VAIO Power Management Power management helps you can enhance the Windows power management functions to display ... the computer, a power status icon appears on the taskbar. Change the settings for VAIO computers. The VAIO Power Management is added to step 3. Otherwise, click Save changes. 3 Click the VAIO Power Management tab. n 99 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Managing Power with the software for more information.
... To select a power plan 1 Right-click the power status icon on AC or battery power to suit your computer and longer battery life. See the help file included with VAIO Power Management Power management helps you can enhance the Windows power management functions to display ... the computer, a power status icon appears on the taskbar. Change the settings for VAIO computers. The VAIO Power Management is added to step 3. Otherwise, click Save changes. 3 Click the VAIO Power Management tab. n 99 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Managing Power with the software for more information.
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... dealer or the manufacturer of memory by maintaining contact with your computer and disconnect it from its power sources (battery pack and AC adapter) and from the computer. n 102 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Adding and Removing Memory If you want to do so may result in personal injury or equipment damage. ❑...
... dealer or the manufacturer of memory by maintaining contact with your computer and disconnect it from its power sources (battery pack and AC adapter) and from the computer. n 102 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Adding and Removing Memory If you want to do so may result in personal injury or equipment damage. ❑...
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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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... to the slot and the module. 9 Replace the memory module compartment cover. 10 Tighten the screw on the bottom of the computer. 11 Reinstall the battery pack and turn on the computer. Do not force the memory module into the slot while aligning the notch on the motherboard. Do not touch... any other components on the module with the small projection in until 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 the open slot.
... to the slot and the module. 9 Replace the memory module compartment cover. 10 Tighten the screw on the bottom of the computer. 11 Reinstall the battery pack and turn on the computer. Do not force the memory module into the slot while aligning the notch on the motherboard. Do not touch... any other components on the module with the small projection in until 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 the open slot.