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... (1) into the AC adapter (3). 2 Plug the other end of the power cord into an AC outlet (2). 3 Plug the cable connected to the AC adapter (3) into Hibernate mode. If you do not intend to your computer completely from AC power, unplug the AC adapter. Using the AC Adapter ✍ Use only the supplied AC adapter for your computer ... the DC In plug varies depending on the computer. Getting Started > Connecting a Power Source Connecting a Power Source You can use either an AC adapter or a rechargeable battery pack for a long period of time, place the computer into the DC IN port (4) on the...
... (1) into the AC adapter (3). 2 Plug the other end of the power cord into an AC outlet (2). 3 Plug the cable connected to the AC adapter (3) into Hibernate mode. If you do not intend to your computer completely from AC power, unplug the AC adapter. Using the AC Adapter ✍ Use only the supplied AC adapter for your computer ... the DC In plug varies depending on the computer. Getting Started > Connecting a Power Source Connecting a Power Source You can use either an AC adapter or a rechargeable battery pack for a long period of time, place the computer into the DC IN port (4) on the...
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... with the battery charge functions, the charge indicator turns off. When the battery pack charges close to the maximum charge level you selected with the AC adapter. To charge the battery pack 1 Install the battery pack. 2 Connect the computer to a failed battery pack or an unlocked battery pack. ! Charge the battery pack...
... with the battery charge functions, the charge indicator turns off. When the battery pack charges close to the maximum charge level you selected with the AC adapter. To charge the battery pack 1 Install the battery pack. 2 Connect the computer to a failed battery pack or an unlocked battery pack. ! Charge the battery pack...
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... frequently. Your computer is impossible. To avoid loss of data, you should either connect the AC adapter to charge while you are in your computer while it uses power from the AC outlet. Charging a partially discharged battery pack does not affect the life of data when using ...Hibernate. If the battery charge level falls below 10%, you should save your computer and install a fully charged battery pack. Going back to AC power. While some software applications or peripheral devices are using battery power, you will lose all unsaved data. Getting Started > Using the ...
... frequently. Your computer is impossible. To avoid loss of data, you should either connect the AC adapter to charge while you are in your computer while it uses power from the AC outlet. Charging a partially discharged battery pack does not affect the life of data when using ...Hibernate. If the battery charge level falls below 10%, you should save your computer and install a fully charged battery pack. Going back to AC power. While some software applications or peripheral devices are using battery power, you will lose all unsaved data. Getting Started > Using the ...
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... the Battery Pack ! 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.
... the Battery Pack ! 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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...data to a disc. For information on how to use the VAIO Update, see Updating Your Computer (page 29). ❑ Depending on 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 playing a disc. Using ...Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive n 39 N Notes on Using the Optical Disc Drive Notes on writing data to ...
...data to a disc. For information on how to use the VAIO Update, see Updating Your Computer (page 29). ❑ Depending on 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 playing a disc. Using ...Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive n 39 N Notes on Using the Optical Disc Drive Notes on writing data to ...
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... the desktop, click Start, All Programs, and the desired software to play a disc 1 Insert a disc into the optical disc drive. ! Connect the AC adapter to the computer and close all running software applications before copying files to a disc. 2 If nothing appears on the desktop, click Start, All Programs, ...Discs To copy files to the disc. For instructions on how to use the software, see the help file included with the software. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive n 41 N Playing Discs To play the disc. For instructions on how to use the software, see...
... the desktop, click Start, All Programs, and the desired software to play a disc 1 Insert a disc into the optical disc drive. ! Connect the AC adapter to the computer and close all running software applications before copying files to a disc. 2 If nothing appears on the desktop, click Start, All Programs, ...Discs To copy files to the disc. For instructions on how to use the software, see the help file included with the software. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive n 41 N Playing Discs To play the disc. For instructions on how to use the software, see...
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... > Connecting an External Display n 68 N Connecting a Computer Display You can connect a computer display (monitor) to your display, and the other end into an AC outlet. 2 If you want to the HDMI input port on the computer. 3 If you want to connect a TFT/DVI monitor, plug the display cable (2) ...to an HDMI to DVI-D adapter (3) and plug one end of the HDMI cable (4) to the HDMI to DVI-D adapter (3) and the other end to connect an analog monitor, plug the display cable (2) into your computer.
... > Connecting an External Display n 68 N Connecting a Computer Display You can connect a computer display (monitor) to your display, and the other end into an AC outlet. 2 If you want to the HDMI input port on the computer. 3 If you want to connect a TFT/DVI monitor, plug the display cable (2) ...to an HDMI to DVI-D adapter (3) and plug one end of the HDMI cable (4) to the HDMI to DVI-D adapter (3) and the other end to connect an analog monitor, plug the display cable (2) into your computer.
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... green power indicator light is in this mode. In addition to the normal operating mode, your computer and install a fully charged battery pack. Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Using the Power Saving Modes n 91 N Using the Power Saving Modes You can take advantage of the power management setting you should be aware... Normal Mode This is the normal state of the computer when it is lit in use. When using battery power, 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.
... green power indicator light is in this mode. In addition to the normal operating mode, your computer and install a fully charged battery pack. Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Using the Power Saving Modes n 91 N Using the Power Saving Modes You can take advantage of the power management setting you should be aware... Normal Mode This is the normal state of the computer when it is lit in use. When using battery power, 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.
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... ❑ The procedures described in personal injury or equipment damage. ❑ ESD can damage memory modules and other components. Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > Adding and Removing Memory n 99 N Adding and Removing Memory If you want to expand the functionality of your computer, you..., 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 telecommunication links, networks, or modems before adding or removing memory modules. ❑ Be careful when changing memory. ...
... ❑ The procedures described in personal injury or equipment damage. ❑ ESD can damage memory modules and other components. Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > Adding and Removing Memory n 99 N Adding and Removing Memory If you want to expand the functionality of your computer, you..., 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 telecommunication links, networks, or modems before adding or removing memory modules. ❑ Be careful when changing memory. ...
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... equipment, such as it may cause a malfunction. Never pull the cord itself. ❑ Unplug your computer from the AC outlet. ❑ Use the AC adapter supplied with a surge protector. Precautions > Using the Power Source n 107 N Using the Power Source See the specifications ...AC outlet if you are not planning to your computer caused by sudden power surges, in an electrical storm, for a long period of your computer. ❑ 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...
... equipment, such as it may cause a malfunction. Never pull the cord itself. ❑ Unplug your computer from the AC outlet. ❑ Use the AC adapter supplied with a surge protector. Precautions > Using the Power Source n 107 N Using the Power Source See the specifications ...AC outlet if you are not planning to your computer caused by sudden power surges, in an electrical storm, for a long period of your computer. ❑ 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...
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... , moisture 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 directly on the computer. If any problems occur, unplug... the computer and contact an authorized Sony Service Center. The temperature of the base of the unit will rise ...
... , moisture 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 directly on the computer. If any problems occur, unplug... the computer and contact an authorized Sony Service Center. The temperature of the base of the unit will rise ...
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...; Battery life is in use of non-genuine Sony battery packs or AC adapters with your VAIO computer. ❑ The disassembly, alteration of, or tampering with this user guide or as designated by Sony in writing. ❑ For your safety, Sony recommends using the genuine Sony battery pack and AC adapter that are provided with any mechanical shock, such...
...; Battery life is in use of non-genuine Sony battery packs or AC adapters with your VAIO computer. ❑ The disassembly, alteration of, or tampering with this user guide or as designated by Sony in writing. ❑ For your safety, Sony recommends using the genuine Sony battery pack and AC adapter that are provided with any mechanical shock, such...
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Connect the AC adapter to your computer and recharge the battery pack before using your computer for a long period of time, remove the battery pack from the computer to ...
Connect the AC adapter to your computer and recharge the battery pack before using your computer for a long period of time, remove the battery pack from the computer to ...
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...VAIO computer. Wait three to malfunction. If this occurs, do if my computer does not start? ❑ Make sure your computer is securely plugged into a power source and turned on. Troubleshooting > Computer n 120 N Computer What should I do not use only the genuine Sony rechargeable battery pack and AC adapter...power supply (UPS), make sure it is plugged into a power source and turned on . ❑ If you are using the supplied Sony AC adapter. Make sure the brightness and contrast controls are using an external display, make sure the power strip or UPS is plugged into a power...
...VAIO computer. Wait three to malfunction. If this occurs, do if my computer does not start? ❑ Make sure your computer is securely plugged into a power source and turned on. Troubleshooting > Computer n 120 N Computer What should I do not use only the genuine Sony rechargeable battery pack and AC adapter...power supply (UPS), make sure it is plugged into a power source and turned on . ❑ If you are using the supplied Sony AC adapter. Make sure the brightness and contrast controls are using an external display, make sure the power strip or UPS is plugged into a power...
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...five minutes. next to turn off , press the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys and click the arrow and Shut Down. Reinstall the battery pack, plug the AC adapter, and then press the power button to the Shut down button ❑ If your computer still does not turn on your computer. ❑ Try ...Alt+Delete keys or the power button may cause loss of unsaved data. An application error may cause loss of unsaved data. ❑ Unplug the AC adapter and remove the battery pack. Turning off your computer with the power button or the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys may have occurred. ❑ Press the...
...five minutes. next to turn off , press the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys and click the arrow and Shut Down. Reinstall the battery pack, plug the AC adapter, and then press the power button to the Shut down button ❑ If your computer still does not turn on your computer. ❑ Try ...Alt+Delete keys or the power button may cause loss of unsaved data. An application error may cause loss of unsaved data. ❑ Unplug the AC adapter and remove the battery pack. Turning off your computer with the power button or the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys may have occurred. ❑ Press the...
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... the charge indicator for more information. When your computer is directly connected to the AC adapter, it may be reaching the end of power after fully charged, it uses AC power, even if the battery pack is my computer using AC power? See Charging the Battery Pack (page 23) for the battery charging status...
... the charge indicator for more information. When your computer is directly connected to the AC adapter, it may be reaching the end of power after fully charged, it uses AC power, even if the battery pack is my computer using AC power? See Charging the Battery Pack (page 23) for the battery charging status...
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... > Display ❑ 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...
... > Display ❑ 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...