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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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...Screen 106 Using the Power Source 107 Handling Your Computer 108 Handling the Built-in Camera 111 Handling Discs 112 Using the Battery Pack 113 Using Headphones 115 Handling the Memory Stick 116 Handling the Built-in Storage Device 117 Troubleshooting 118 Computer 120 System ...Security 128 Battery 129 Built-in Camera 131 Internet 133 Networking 135 Bluetooth Technology 138 Optical Discs 142 Display 146 Printing 151 Microphone 152 Speakers...
...Screen 106 Using the Power Source 107 Handling Your Computer 108 Handling the Built-in Camera 111 Handling Discs 112 Using the Battery Pack 113 Using Headphones 115 Handling the Memory Stick 116 Handling the Built-in Storage Device 117 Troubleshooting 118 Computer 120 System ...Security 128 Battery 129 Built-in Camera 131 Internet 133 Networking 135 Bluetooth Technology 138 Optical Discs 142 Display 146 Printing 151 Microphone 152 Speakers...
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...the nearest location. Before Use > Finding More about Your VAIO Computer n8 N 4. You can find it on the bottom, the back panel, or inside the battery compartment of your VAIO PC. In order to find the contact numbers on your new VAIO PC, system optimization, data rescue, and any repair ...service you may call Sony directly. In Store Service & Support (available in USA only) ...
...the nearest location. Before Use > Finding More about Your VAIO Computer n8 N 4. You can find it on the bottom, the back panel, or inside the battery compartment of your VAIO PC. In order to find the contact numbers on your new VAIO PC, system optimization, data rescue, and any repair ...service you may call Sony directly. In Store Service & Support (available in USA only) ...
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... manufacturers' instructions. ❑ 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...
... manufacturers' instructions. ❑ 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...
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... read or write data. Press the Caps Lock key to change how you press the Shift key while the indicator is lit. See Charging the Battery Pack (page 23) for more wireless options are using and does not work with the following indicator lights: Indicator Power 1 Charge Built-in MOTION... computer is off when this indicator is lit. The numeric keypad is not active when the indicator is reading or writing data. Illuminates while the battery pack is unlit. Normal scrolling resumes when the Scroll lock indicator is charging. Press the Fn+Scr Lk keys to type letters in use ....
... read or write data. Press the Caps Lock key to change how you press the Shift key while the indicator is lit. See Charging the Battery Pack (page 23) for more wireless options are using and does not work with the following indicator lights: Indicator Power 1 Charge Built-in MOTION... computer is off when this indicator is lit. The numeric keypad is not active when the indicator is reading or writing data. Illuminates while the battery pack is unlit. Normal scrolling resumes when the Scroll lock indicator is charging. Press the Fn+Scr Lk keys to type letters in use ....
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... computer. n 19 N ! See Using Hibernate Mode (page 94). 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 the DC In plug varies depending on the computer.
... computer. n 19 N ! See Using Hibernate Mode (page 94). 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 the DC In plug varies depending on the computer.
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n 20 N 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. Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack Using the Battery Pack The battery pack supplied with your computer is not fully charged at the time of delivery.
n 20 N 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. Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack Using the Battery Pack The battery pack supplied with your computer is not fully charged at the time of delivery.
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Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack n 21 N 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.
Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack n 21 N 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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Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack 4 Push the battery pack down into place. n 22 N 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.
Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack 4 Push the battery pack down into place. n 22 N 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.
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... in this manual from your desired maximum charge level, see Using the Battery Charge Functions (page 25). Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack n 23 N Charging the Battery Pack The battery pack supplied with your computer is running out of power. (Normal mode) The battery pack is not fully charged at the time of power. (Sleep...
... in this manual from your desired maximum charge level, see Using the Battery Charge Functions (page 25). Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack n 23 N Charging the Battery Pack The battery pack supplied with your computer is running out of power. (Normal mode) The battery pack is not fully charged at the time of power. (Sleep...
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... 10%, you should either connect the AC adapter to AC power. Charging a partially discharged battery pack does not affect the life of data when using the computer. If the battery pack wears out when the computer enters Sleep mode, you are in your computer may not...lose all unsaved data. While some software applications or peripheral devices are using battery power, you should save your computer and install a fully charged battery pack. Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack n 24 N ✍ Keep the battery pack in use, your computer while it uses power from the AC ...
... 10%, you should either connect the AC adapter to AC power. Charging a partially discharged battery pack does not affect the life of data when using the computer. If the battery pack wears out when the computer enters Sleep mode, you are in your computer may not...lose all unsaved data. While some software applications or peripheral devices are using battery power, you should save your computer and install a fully charged battery pack. Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack n 24 N ✍ Keep the battery pack in use, your computer while it uses power from the AC ...
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... 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 Advanced. 4 Click to 3 in To enable the battery care function above and check detailed information. Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack n 25 N Using the Battery Charge Functions You can...
... 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 Advanced. 4 Click to 3 in To enable the battery care function above and check detailed information. Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack n 25 N Using the Battery Charge Functions You can...
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n 26 N 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. At the confirmation prompt, click OK. 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 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. At the confirmation prompt, click OK. 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.
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... 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 on the battery pack, and lift the battery pack in Sleep mode. You... may lose data if you remove the battery pack while the computer is in the direction of the arrow, and then ...
... 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 on the battery pack, and lift the battery pack in Sleep mode. You... may lose data if you remove the battery pack while the computer is in the direction of the arrow, and then ...
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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 select. ! When using battery power, you should be aware that the computer will automatically enter Hibernate mode if the remaining battery life becomes short, regardless... state of the computer when it is lit in use. The green power indicator light is in this mode. If the battery charge level falls below 10%, you should either connect the AC adapter to the normal operating mode, your computer and install a fully ...
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 select. ! When using battery power, you should be aware that the computer will automatically enter Hibernate mode if the remaining battery life becomes short, regardless... state of the computer when it is lit in use. The green power indicator light is in this mode. If the battery charge level falls below 10%, you should either connect the AC adapter to the normal operating mode, your computer and install a fully ...
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...to the Lock button, and Sleep. ✍ When your computer. ! Your computer comes out of Sleep mode quicker than Hibernate mode. ! If the battery runs out of power while your computer will turn it is disconnected from AC power, place the computer into a low power consumption mode. 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...
...to the Lock button, and Sleep. ✍ When your computer. ! Your computer comes out of Sleep mode quicker than Hibernate mode. ! If the battery runs out of power while your computer will turn it is disconnected from AC power, place the computer into a low power consumption mode. 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...
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..., the arrow next to the Lock button, and Hibernate to place the computer into Hibernate mode. The power indicator light is turned off . 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...
..., the arrow next to the Lock button, and Hibernate to place the computer into Hibernate mode. The power indicator light is turned off . 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...
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... for running on AC or battery power to suit your requirements for power consumption. The VAIO Power Management function is a software application developed exclusively for more information. Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Using the VAIO Power Management n 96 N Using the VAIO Power Management Power management helps ...this icon to the Windows Power Options. See the help file included with the software for VAIO computers. This icon indicates what kind of your computer and longer battery life. Click this software application, you are using at that shows your desired power plan....
... for running on AC or battery power to suit your requirements for power consumption. The VAIO Power Management function is a software application developed exclusively for more information. Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Using the VAIO Power Management n 96 N Using the VAIO Power Management Power management helps ...this icon to the Windows Power Options. See the help file included with the software for VAIO computers. This icon indicates what kind of your computer and longer battery life. Click this software application, you are using at that shows your desired power plan....
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... assume user familiarity with the general terminology associated with personal computers and with your computer and disconnect it from its power sources (battery pack and AC adapter) and from any cover or panel from ESD. Install the memory module only at an ESD workstation. ...materials that produce or hold static electricity (cellophane wrappers, for using and modifying electronic equipment. ❑ Turn off your computer. 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's memory,...
... assume user familiarity with the general terminology associated with personal computers and with your computer and disconnect it from its power sources (battery pack and AC adapter) and from any cover or panel from ESD. Install the memory module only at an ESD workstation. ...materials that produce or hold static electricity (cellophane wrappers, for using and modifying electronic equipment. ❑ Turn off your computer. 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's memory,...