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... shape of shutting down and resuming. See Using Hibernate Mode (page 97). Using the AC Adapter ✍ Use only the supplied AC adapter for supplying power to your computer completely from AC power, unplug the AC adapter. This power saving mode saves the time of the DC In plug varies depending on the... ! If you do not intend to the AC adapter (3) into Hibernate mode. Make sure that the AC outlet is easily accessible. To use your computer for a long period of the power cord into an AC outlet (2). 3 Plug the cable connected to use the AC adapter 1 Plug one end of the power cord ...
... shape of shutting down and resuming. See Using Hibernate Mode (page 97). Using the AC Adapter ✍ Use only the supplied AC adapter for supplying power to your computer completely from AC power, unplug the AC adapter. This power saving mode saves the time of the DC In plug varies depending on the... ! If you do not intend to the AC adapter (3) into Hibernate mode. Make sure that the AC outlet is easily accessible. To use your computer for a long period of the power cord into an AC outlet (2). 3 Plug the cable connected to use the AC adapter 1 Plug one end of the power cord ...
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... Started Charging the Battery Pack The battery pack supplied with your computer is charging. To charge the battery pack 1 Install the battery pack. 2 Connect the AC adapter to the maximum charge level you selected with the battery charge functions, the charge indicator turns off.
... Started Charging the Battery Pack The battery pack supplied with your computer is charging. To charge the battery pack 1 Install the battery pack. 2 Connect the AC adapter to the maximum charge level you selected with the battery charge functions, the charge indicator turns off.
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... affect the battery life. To avoid loss of data, you should save your computer is directly connected to AC power and has a battery pack installed, it is directly connected to AC power. If the battery pack wears out when the computer enters Sleep mode, you should save your data... and manually activate a power management mode, such as Sleep or Hibernate. The battery pack continues to charge while you should either connect the AC adapter to the previous work state is supplied with a lithium ion battery pack and can be recharged any time. If the battery charge level falls...
... affect the battery life. To avoid loss of data, you should save your computer is directly connected to AC power and has a battery pack installed, it is directly connected to AC power. If the battery pack wears out when the computer enters Sleep mode, you should save your data... and manually activate a power management mode, such as Sleep or Hibernate. The battery pack continues to charge while you should either connect the AC adapter to the previous work state is supplied with a lithium ion battery pack and can be recharged any time. If the battery charge level falls...
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n 27 N Getting Started Removing the Battery Pack ! 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 turn the battery pack in Sleep mode. 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.
n 27 N Getting Started Removing the Battery Pack ! 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 turn the battery pack in Sleep mode. 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.
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.... ❑ Do not strike or shake your computer while the optical disc drive is writing data to a disc. ❑ Do not plug or unplug the AC adapter while the optical disc drive is different from the label, you can play the disc on what type of the world. Do not use circular... ❑ Only use discs in any other shape (star, heart, card, etc.), as this disc in which region and on your computer. n 41 N Using Your VAIO Computer Notes on writing data to a disc.
.... ❑ Do not strike or shake your computer while the optical disc drive is writing data to a disc. ❑ Do not plug or unplug the AC adapter while the optical disc drive is different from the label, you can play the disc on what type of the world. Do not use circular... ❑ Only use discs in any other shape (star, heart, card, etc.), as this disc in which region and on your computer. n 41 N Using Your VAIO Computer Notes on writing data to a disc.
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... to use the software, see the help file included with your DVD software. Copying Files to DVDs To copy files to a disc 1 Connect the AC adapter to the computer. 2 Close all running software applications. 3 Insert a disc into the optical disc drive. 3 If nothing appears on the desktop, click... to the disc. For instructions on how to use the software, see the help file included with your DVD burning software. n 43 N Using Your VAIO Computer Playing DVDs To play a DVD 1 Close all running software applications. 2 Insert a DVD into the optical disc drive. 4 If nothing appears on...
... to use the software, see the help file included with your DVD software. Copying Files to DVDs To copy files to a disc 1 Connect the AC adapter to the computer. 2 Close all running software applications. 3 Insert a disc into the optical disc drive. 3 If nothing appears on the desktop, click... to the disc. For instructions on how to use the software, see the help file included with your DVD burning software. n 43 N Using Your VAIO Computer Playing DVDs To play a DVD 1 Close all running software applications. 2 Insert a DVD into the optical disc drive. 4 If nothing appears on...
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n 44 N Using Your VAIO Computer Playing Blu-ray Disc Media ! For instructions on the desktop, click Start, All Programs, and the desired Blu-ray Disc software to Blu-ray ... Reading and Writing Optical Discs (page 38) to find out about the supported disc media. To copy files to a Blu-ray Disc media 1 Connect the AC adapter to the computer. 2 Close all running software applications. 3 Insert a Blu-ray Disc media into the optical disc drive. 3 If nothing appears on how to the...
n 44 N Using Your VAIO Computer Playing Blu-ray Disc Media ! For instructions on the desktop, click Start, All Programs, and the desired Blu-ray Disc software to Blu-ray ... Reading and Writing Optical Discs (page 38) to find out about the supported disc media. To copy files to a Blu-ray Disc media 1 Connect the AC adapter to the computer. 2 Close all running software applications. 3 Insert a Blu-ray Disc media into the optical disc drive. 3 If nothing appears on how to the...
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...will automatically enter Hibernate mode if the remaining battery life 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. In addition to conserve...of the power management settings to the normal operating mode, your computer and install a fully charged battery pack. n 94 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using the Power Saving Modes You can take advantage of the computer when it is in this mode. The green power indicator light ...
...will automatically enter Hibernate mode if the remaining battery life 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. In addition to conserve...of the power management settings to the normal operating mode, your computer and install a fully charged battery pack. n 94 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using the Power Saving Modes You can take advantage of the computer when it is in this mode. The green power indicator light ...
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..., for using and modifying electronic equipment. ❑ Turn off 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 expand the functionality of your computer, you can increase the amount of the...
..., for using and modifying electronic equipment. ❑ Turn off 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 expand the functionality of your computer, you can increase the amount of the...
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.... ❑ Make sure that the AC outlet is easily accessible. ❑ When the AC adapter is not used, unplug it out by holding the plug. Never pull the cord itself. ❑ Unplug your computer from the AC outlet. ❑ Use the AC adapter supplied with a surge protector. Do ... the computer for a long period of your model. ❑ Do not share the AC outlet with other AC adapter as a photocopier or a shredder. ❑ You can purchase a power strip with your computer or genuine Sony products. n 110 N Precautions Using the Power Source ❑ See the online specifications ...
.... ❑ Make sure that the AC outlet is easily accessible. ❑ When the AC adapter is not used, unplug it out by holding the plug. Never pull the cord itself. ❑ Unplug your computer from the AC outlet. ❑ Use the AC adapter supplied with a surge protector. Do ... the computer for a long period of your model. ❑ Do not share the AC outlet with other AC adapter as a photocopier or a shredder. ❑ You can purchase a power strip with your computer or genuine Sony products. n 110 N Precautions Using the Power Source ❑ See the online specifications ...
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... or damaged connection cables. ❑ If your computer. To find the nearest center or agent, see Sony Support Information (page 170). ❑ Make sure you disconnect the AC adapter and remove the battery pack before turning on the LCD screen or its edges when opening the LCD screen...to carry your data regularly. ❑ Do not exert pressure on the computer. If any problems occur, unplug the computer and contact an authorized Sony Service Center. n 112 N Precautions ❑ Your computer uses high-frequency radio signals and may damage the screen or cause it to malfunction....
... or damaged connection cables. ❑ If your computer. To find the nearest center or agent, see Sony Support Information (page 170). ❑ Make sure you disconnect the AC adapter and remove the battery pack before turning on the LCD screen or its edges when opening the LCD screen...to carry your data regularly. ❑ Do not exert pressure on the computer. If any problems occur, unplug the computer and contact an authorized Sony Service Center. n 112 N Precautions ❑ Your computer uses high-frequency radio signals and may damage the screen or cause it to malfunction....
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... URLs: http://www.sony.com/vaio for customers in USA and Canada. Information about compatible models can be sure to use a compatible genuine Sony battery pack or AC adapter. http://www.sony.net/ for customers in Latin American countries or areas. ❑ Sony disclaims and shall assume... not expose the battery pack to 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 not using your VAIO computer. ❑ The disassembly, alteration of, or tampering with this product....
... URLs: http://www.sony.com/vaio for customers in USA and Canada. Information about compatible models can be sure to use a compatible genuine Sony battery pack or AC adapter. http://www.sony.net/ for customers in Latin American countries or areas. ❑ Sony disclaims and shall assume... not expose the battery pack to 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 not using your VAIO computer. ❑ The disassembly, alteration of, or tampering with this product....
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... in use. n 117 N Precautions ❑ If you have not used the battery pack for a considerable amount of its life and should be replaced. Connect the AC adapter to your computer and recharge the battery pack before using the computer again. ❑ You do not need to discharge the battery pack before recharging...
... in use. n 117 N Precautions ❑ If you have not used the battery pack for a considerable amount of its life and should be replaced. Connect the AC adapter to your computer and recharge the battery pack before using the computer again. ❑ You do not need to discharge the battery pack before recharging...
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...are using an external display, make sure it is plugged into a power source and turned on . ❑ If you are using the supplied Sony AC adapter. If this occurs, do if my computer does not start? ❑ Make sure your computer is securely plugged into a power source and ... to turn on your computer. ❑ Condensation may have installed since purchase. ❑ Check that came with your display for your VAIO computer. n 124 N Troubleshooting Computer What should I do not use only the genuine Sony rechargeable battery pack and AC adapter, which are adjusted correctly.
...are using an external display, make sure it is plugged into a power source and turned on . ❑ If you are using the supplied Sony AC adapter. If this occurs, do if my computer does not start? ❑ Make sure your computer is securely plugged into a power source and ... to turn on your computer. ❑ Condensation may have installed since purchase. ❑ Check that came with your display for your VAIO computer. n 124 N Troubleshooting Computer What should I do not use only the genuine Sony rechargeable battery pack and AC adapter, which are adjusted correctly.
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...arrow next to the Shut down button and Restart. ❑ Press and hold the power button until the computer turns off. ❑ Remove the AC adapter and battery pack. ❑ Try reinstalling the software. ❑ Contact the software publisher or designated provider for more than four seconds to close the...press the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys and click the arrow and Shut Down. If the Windows Security window appears, click Shut Down. Then plug the AC adapter and turn on but my screen remains blank? ❑ Press the Alt+F4 keys several times to close the application window. ❑ If ...
...arrow next to the Shut down button and Restart. ❑ Press and hold the power button until the computer turns off. ❑ Remove the AC adapter and battery pack. ❑ Try reinstalling the software. ❑ Contact the software publisher or designated provider for more than four seconds to close the...press the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys and click the arrow and Shut Down. If the Windows Security window appears, click Shut Down. Then plug the AC adapter and turn on but my screen remains blank? ❑ Press the Alt+F4 keys several times to close the application window. ❑ If ...
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When your computer is directly connected to the AC adapter, it may be replaced. To check the battery wear level, see To check the battery wear level (page 26). If the battery pack quickly runs ... charge and power indicator lights blink. ❑ When you have not used the battery pack for a long period of power after fully charged, it uses AC power, even if the battery pack is my computer using AC power? When is installed. n 132 N Troubleshooting Battery How do I find the battery charging status?
When your computer is directly connected to the AC adapter, it may be replaced. To check the battery wear level, see To check the battery wear level (page 26). If the battery pack quickly runs ... charge and power indicator lights blink. ❑ When you have not used the battery pack for a long period of power after fully charged, it uses AC power, even if the battery pack is my computer using AC power? When is installed. n 132 N Troubleshooting Battery How do I find the battery charging status?
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... N Troubleshooting ❑ On models with an ATI video controller, you may find your computer screen temporarily goes blank: ❑ When you connect or disconnect the AC adapter ❑ Immediately after you start the computer with battery power To save your preference for the brightness, follow these steps: 1 Click Start and Control Panel...
... N Troubleshooting ❑ On models with an ATI video controller, you may find your computer screen temporarily goes blank: ❑ When you connect or disconnect the AC adapter ❑ Immediately after you start the computer with battery power To save your preference for the brightness, follow these steps: 1 Click Start and Control Panel...