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... 11 Locating Controls and Ports 12 About the Indicator Lights 18 Connecting a Power Source 19 Using the Battery Pack 20 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely 28 Updating Your Computer 29 Using Your VAIO Computer 30 Using the Keyboard 31 Using the Touch Pad 32 Using Special-function Buttons 33 Using the... Modes 74 Using the Multiple Monitors Function 76 Connecting an External Microphone 79 Connecting a USB Device 80 Connecting an i.LINK Device 82 Customizing Your VAIO Computer 84 Setting the Password 85 Using the VAIO Control Center 90 Using the Power Saving Modes 91 Using the...
... 11 Locating Controls and Ports 12 About the Indicator Lights 18 Connecting a Power Source 19 Using the Battery Pack 20 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely 28 Updating Your Computer 29 Using Your VAIO Computer 30 Using the Keyboard 31 Using the Touch Pad 32 Using Special-function Buttons 33 Using the... Modes 74 Using the Multiple Monitors Function 76 Connecting an External Microphone 79 Connecting a USB Device 80 Connecting an i.LINK Device 82 Customizing Your VAIO Computer 84 Setting the Password 85 Using the VAIO Control Center 90 Using the Power Saving Modes 91 Using the...
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...system on the bottom, the back panel, or inside the battery compartment of the display on the computer. 2 Your computer's serial number You can find the information you might need. Before Use > Finding More about Your VAIO Computer n8 N 4. Customer Information Center If you do not...to receive the fastest and most efficient services, have the following information readily available: 1 Your VAIO computer model You can assist with a Sony certified technician at our site, you may call Sony directly. In Store Service & Support (available in USA only) Make an appointment with the...
...system on the bottom, the back panel, or inside the battery compartment of the display on the computer. 2 Your computer's serial number You can find the information you might need. Before Use > Finding More about Your VAIO Computer n8 N 4. Customer Information Center If you do not...to receive the fastest and most efficient services, have the following information readily available: 1 Your VAIO computer model You can assist with a Sony certified technician at our site, you may call Sony directly. In Store Service & Support (available in USA only) Make an appointment with the...
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...10065; Locating Controls and Ports (page 12) ❑ About the Indicator Lights (page 18) ❑ Connecting a Power Source (page 19) ❑ Using the Battery Pack (page 20) ❑ Shutting Down Your Computer Safely (page 28) ❑ Updating Your Computer (page 29) Be sure to get started using your... VAIO computer. ! Upon completion, connect one device (for the first time, do not connect any other hardware that did not originally come with only ...
...10065; Locating Controls and Ports (page 12) ❑ About the Indicator Lights (page 18) ❑ Connecting a Power Source (page 19) ❑ Using the Battery Pack (page 20) ❑ Shutting Down Your Computer Safely (page 28) ❑ Updating Your Computer (page 29) Be sure to get started using your... VAIO computer. ! Upon completion, connect one device (for the first time, do not connect any other hardware that did not originally come with only ...
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.... 6 Click OK. Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack n 25 N Using the Battery Charge Functions You can customize the current battery charging method using the Battery Charge Functions. To make the life of battery longer, enable the battery care function. To enable the battery care function 1 Click Start, All Programs, and VAIO Control Center. 2 Click Power Management and then...
.... 6 Click OK. Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack n 25 N Using the Battery Charge Functions You can customize the current battery charging method using the Battery Charge Functions. To make the life of battery longer, enable the battery care function. To enable the battery care function 1 Click Start, All Programs, and VAIO Control Center. 2 Click Power Management and then...
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Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack Using the Battery Life Conserving Wallpaper You can conserve your battery life just by setting the specific wallpaper as your desktop background. n 26 N At the confirmation prompt, click OK. To set the battery life conserving wallpaper 1 Click Start, All Programs, and VAIO Control Center. 2 Click Display and then Long Battery Life Wallpaper Setting. 3 Click Set Long Battery Life Wallpaper.
Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack Using the Battery Life Conserving Wallpaper You can conserve your battery life just by setting the specific wallpaper as your desktop background. n 26 N At the confirmation prompt, click OK. To set the battery life conserving wallpaper 1 Click Start, All Programs, and VAIO Control Center. 2 Click Display and then Long Battery Life Wallpaper Setting. 3 Click Set Long Battery Life Wallpaper.
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... 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 settings to recharge the battery pack or shut down your computer has two distinct power saving modes...
... 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 settings to recharge the battery pack or shut down your computer has two distinct power saving modes...
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...disc. Your computer comes out of power while your computer will turn it is in Sleep mode, you will lose all unsaved data. If the battery runs out of Sleep mode quicker than four seconds, your computer is impossible. You will lose all unsaved data. Going back to use your ... mode. ! The orange power indicator light blinks slowly in this mode. ! Sleep mode uses more than out of time while it off. Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Using the Power Saving Modes n 92 N Using Sleep Mode Sleep mode turns off the LCD screen and places the built-in storage device(s)...
...disc. Your computer comes out of power while your computer will turn it is in Sleep mode, you will lose all unsaved data. If the battery runs out of Sleep mode quicker than four seconds, your computer is impossible. You will lose all unsaved data. Going back to use your ... mode. ! The orange power indicator light blinks slowly in this mode. ! Sleep mode uses more than out of time while it off. Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Using the Power Saving Modes n 92 N Using Sleep Mode Sleep mode turns off the LCD screen and places the built-in storage device(s)...
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... is in Hibernate mode, you cannot insert a disc. Hibernate mode uses less power than Sleep mode to place the computer into Hibernate mode. Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Using the Power Saving Modes n 94 N Using Hibernate Mode In Hibernate mode, the state of the system is saved on the built-in storage...; If you can click Start, the arrow next to the Lock button, and Hibernate to be lost. The computer enters Hibernate mode. Even when the battery runs out of power, no data will be activated.
... is in Hibernate mode, you cannot insert a disc. Hibernate mode uses less power than Sleep mode to place the computer into Hibernate mode. Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Using the Power Saving Modes n 94 N Using Hibernate Mode In Hibernate mode, the state of the system is saved on the built-in storage...; If you can click Start, the arrow next to the Lock button, and Hibernate to be lost. The computer enters Hibernate mode. Even when the battery runs out of power, no data will be activated.
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... better operation of power source you are using at that shows your power status. This icon indicates what kind of your computer and longer battery life. Change the settings for more information. To change the advanced settings, click Change advanced power settings and go to step 3. With...that time, for power consumption. To select a power plan 1 Right-click the power status icon on AC or battery power to suit your requirements for example, AC power. The VAIO Power Management is added to the Windows Power Options. Click this software application, you start the computer, a power ...
... better operation of power source you are using at that shows your power status. This icon indicates what kind of your computer and longer battery life. Change the settings for more information. To change the advanced settings, click Change advanced power settings and go to step 3. With...that time, for power consumption. To select a power plan 1 Right-click the power status icon on AC or battery power to suit your requirements for example, AC power. The VAIO Power Management is added to the Windows Power Options. Click this software application, you start the computer, a power ...
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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 can increase the amount ... produce or hold 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 ESD.
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 can increase the amount ... produce or hold 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 ESD.
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Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > Adding and Removing Memory n 101 N 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.
Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > Adding and Removing Memory n 101 N 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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... compartment cover. 10 Tighten the screw on the bottom of the memory module into the slot while aligning the notch on the motherboard. Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > Adding and Removing Memory 8 Slide the memory module into the memory module slot and push it in the open slot. n 103 N ! Do not touch... components on the module with the small projection in until it may cause damage to insert the connector edge of the computer. 11 Reinstall the battery pack and turn on the computer. Do not force the memory module into the slot in a wrong orientation, as it clicks into place.
... compartment cover. 10 Tighten the screw on the bottom of the memory module into the slot while aligning the notch on the motherboard. Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > Adding and Removing Memory 8 Slide the memory module into the memory module slot and push it in the open slot. n 103 N ! Do not touch... components on the module with the small projection in until it may cause damage to insert the connector edge of the computer. 11 Reinstall the battery pack and turn on the computer. Do not force the memory module into the slot in a wrong orientation, as it clicks into place.
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Precautions > n 105 N Precautions This section describes safety guidelines and precautions to help you protect your VAIO computer from potential damage. ❑ Handling the LCD Screen (page 106) ❑ Using the Power Source (page 107) ❑ Handling Your Computer (page 108) ❑ Handling the Built-in Camera (page 111) ❑ Handling Discs (page 112) ❑ Using the Battery Pack (page 113) ❑ Using Headphones (page 115) ❑ Handling the Memory Stick (page 116) ❑ Handling the Built-in Storage Device (page 117)
Precautions > n 105 N Precautions This section describes safety guidelines and precautions to help you protect your VAIO computer from potential damage. ❑ Handling the LCD Screen (page 106) ❑ Using the Power Source (page 107) ❑ Handling Your Computer (page 108) ❑ Handling the Built-in Camera (page 111) ❑ Handling Discs (page 112) ❑ Using the Battery Pack (page 113) ❑ Using Headphones (page 115) ❑ Handling the Memory Stick (page 116) ❑ Handling the Built-in Storage Device (page 117)
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... 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 data regularly. If any problems occur, unplug the computer and contact an ...authorized Sony Service Center. The temperature of the base of the unit will rise during normal operation and...
... 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 data regularly. If any problems occur, unplug the computer and contact an ...authorized Sony Service Center. The temperature of the base of the unit will rise during normal operation and...
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...use or being charged, heat builds up in the battery pack. This is due to decreased battery efficiency at low temperatures. ❑ Charge battery packs at the following URLs: ❑ For customers in USA and Canada http://www.sony.com/vaio ❑ For customers in Latin American countries or ...normal and is not cause for concern. ❑ Keep the battery pack away from : ❑ The use of non-genuine Sony battery packs or AC adapters with your VAIO computer. ❑ The disassembly, alteration of heat. ❑ Keep the battery pack dry. ❑ Do not open or try to disassemble...
...use or being charged, heat builds up in the battery pack. This is due to decreased battery efficiency at low temperatures. ❑ Charge battery packs at the following URLs: ❑ For customers in USA and Canada http://www.sony.com/vaio ❑ For customers in Latin American countries or ...normal and is not cause for concern. ❑ Keep the battery pack away from : ❑ The use of non-genuine Sony battery packs or AC adapters with your VAIO computer. ❑ The disassembly, alteration of heat. ❑ Keep the battery pack dry. ❑ Do not open or try to disassemble...
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...❑ Computer (page 120) ❑ System Security (page 128) ❑ Battery (page 129) ❑ Built-in this section may not be available on your VAIO computer. Try these suggestions before visiting the Sony online support web site at the following URLs: ❑ For customers in USA ...http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ ❑ For customers in Canada http://www.sony.ca/support/ ❑ For customers ...
...❑ Computer (page 120) ❑ System Security (page 128) ❑ Battery (page 129) ❑ Built-in this section may not be available on your VAIO computer. Try these suggestions before visiting the Sony online support web site at the following URLs: ❑ For customers in USA ...http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ ❑ For customers in Canada http://www.sony.ca/support/ ❑ For customers ...
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... Wait three to turn on . ❑ If you are using the supplied Sony AC adapter. Make sure the brightness and contrast controls are supplied by Sony for more information. ❑ Unplug the AC adapter and remove the battery pack. If this occurs, do if my computer does not start? ❑... Make sure your VAIO computer. For your safety, use the computer for at least one...
... Wait three to turn on . ❑ If you are using the supplied Sony AC adapter. Make sure the brightness and contrast controls are supplied by Sony for more information. ❑ Unplug the AC adapter and remove the battery pack. If this occurs, do if my computer does not start? ❑... Make sure your VAIO computer. For your safety, use the computer for at least one...
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Then reinstall the battery pack to the battery pack not being installed properly. Remove the battery pack and contact an authorized Sony Service Center. What should I do if the charge indicator light is not compatible. To restore your computer to Normal mode 1 Close all open programs...and hold the power button until the computer turns off your computer and remove the battery pack. For details, see Finding More about Your VAIO Computer (page 5). To find the nearest center or agent, see Installing the Battery Pack (page 20). ❑ If the problem persists after performing the above, ...
Then reinstall the battery pack to the battery pack not being installed properly. Remove the battery pack and contact an authorized Sony Service Center. What should I do if the charge indicator light is not compatible. To restore your computer to Normal mode 1 Close all open programs...and hold the power button until the computer turns off your computer and remove the battery pack. For details, see Finding More about Your VAIO Computer (page 5). To find the nearest center or agent, see Installing the Battery Pack (page 20). ❑ If the problem persists after performing the above, ...
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... my password and returns a message, Enter Onetime Password? For details, see Finding More about Your VAIO Computer (page 5). Then reinstall the battery pack to the battery pack not being installed properly. Remove the battery pack and contact an authorized Sony Service Center. Press and hold the power button for power conservation purposes, System Properties may...
... my password and returns a message, Enter Onetime Password? For details, see Finding More about Your VAIO Computer (page 5). Then reinstall the battery pack to the battery pack not being installed properly. Remove the battery pack and contact an authorized Sony Service Center. Press and hold the power button for power conservation purposes, System Properties may...