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... ...10 Getting Started ...12 Locating Controls and Ports...13 About the Indicator Lights ...19 Connecting a Power Source ...21 Using the Battery Pack ...22 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely ...29 Using Your VAIO Computer ...30 Using the Keyboard ...31 Using the Touch Pad ...32 Using Special-function Buttons ...33 Using the Built-in...
... ...10 Getting Started ...12 Locating Controls and Ports...13 About the Indicator Lights ...19 Connecting a Power Source ...21 Using the Battery Pack ...22 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely ...29 Using Your VAIO Computer ...30 Using the Keyboard ...31 Using the Touch Pad ...32 Using Special-function Buttons ...33 Using the Built-in...
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n4 N Precautions ...101 Handling the LCD Screen ...102 Using the Power Source ...103 Handling Your Computer ...104 Handling the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...106 Handling Floppy Disks ...107 Handling Discs ...108 Using the Battery Pack ...109 Using Headphones ...111 Handling the Memory Stick ...112 Handling the Hard Disk ...113 Updating Your Computer ...114 Troubleshooting ...115 Computer ...117 System Security ...123 Battery...124 Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...126 Internet ...129 Networking ...131 Optical Discs ...134 Display ...138 Printing ...142 Microphone ...143 Mouse ...144
n4 N Precautions ...101 Handling the LCD Screen ...102 Using the Power Source ...103 Handling Your Computer ...104 Handling the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...106 Handling Floppy Disks ...107 Handling Discs ...108 Using the Battery Pack ...109 Using Headphones ...111 Handling the Memory Stick ...112 Handling the Hard Disk ...113 Updating Your Computer ...114 Troubleshooting ...115 Computer ...117 System Security ...123 Battery...124 Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...126 Internet ...129 Networking ...131 Optical Discs ...134 Display ...138 Printing ...142 Microphone ...143 Mouse ...144
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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 the supplied ... manufacturers' instructions. ❑ Locating Controls and Ports (page 13) ❑ About the Indicator Lights (page 19) ❑ Connecting a Power Source (page 21) ❑ Using the Battery Pack (page 22) ❑ Shutting Down Your Computer Safely (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 the supplied ... manufacturers' instructions. ❑ Locating Controls and Ports (page 13) ❑ About the Indicator Lights (page 19) ❑ Connecting a Power Source (page 21) ❑ Using the Battery Pack (page 22) ❑ Shutting Down Your Computer Safely (page 29)
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Bottom n 18 N Getting Started A Battery connector (page 22) B Air vents C Memory module compartment cover (page 97)
Bottom n 18 N Getting Started A Battery connector (page 22) B Air vents C Memory module compartment cover (page 97)
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..., the Memory Stick is reading or writing data. The numeric keypad is not active when the indicator is lit. Illuminates while the battery pack is charging. See Charging the Battery Pack (page 25) for more information. Press the key a second time to turn it a second time to type letters in Sleep mode...
..., the Memory Stick is reading or writing data. The numeric keypad is not active when the indicator is lit. Illuminates while the battery pack is charging. See Charging the Battery Pack (page 25) for more information. Press the key a second time to turn it a second time to type letters in Sleep mode...
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... an AC outlet (2). 3 Plug the cable connected to your computer. n 21 N Getting Started Connecting a Power Source You can use either an AC adapter or a rechargeable battery pack for supplying power to the AC adapter (3) into Hibernate mode.
... an AC outlet (2). 3 Plug the cable connected to your computer. n 21 N Getting Started Connecting a Power Source You can use either an AC adapter or a rechargeable battery pack for supplying power to the AC adapter (3) into Hibernate mode.
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n 22 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 22 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.
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n 23 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 23 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 24 N Getting Started 4 Rotate the battery pack in the direction of the arrow, and push the battery pack down into the compartment until it clicks 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 uses power from the AC outlet. !
This computer is directly connected to operate only with genuine Sony battery packs. n 24 N Getting Started 4 Rotate the battery pack in the direction of the arrow, and push the battery pack down into the compartment until it clicks 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 uses power from the AC outlet. !
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... with your computer is running out of power. (Normal mode) The battery pack is not fully charged at the time of power. (Sleep mode) A battery error has occurred due to a failed battery pack or an unlocked battery pack. ! Charge indicator status Lit in orange Blinks along with the .... The charge indicator light turns on while the battery pack is charging. When the battery pack charges close to the computer. Charge the battery pack as described in orange Meaning The battery pack is charging. To charge the battery pack 1 Install the battery pack. 2 Connect the AC adapter to the ...
... with your computer is running out of power. (Normal mode) The battery pack is not fully charged at the time of power. (Sleep mode) A battery error has occurred due to a failed battery pack or an unlocked battery pack. ! Charge indicator status Lit in orange Blinks along with the .... The charge indicator light turns on while the battery pack is charging. When the battery pack charges close to the computer. Charge the battery pack as described in orange Meaning The battery pack is charging. To charge the battery pack 1 Install the battery pack. 2 Connect the AC adapter to the ...
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...a power management mode, such as Sleep or Hibernate. Charging a partially discharged battery pack does not affect the battery life. n 26 N Getting Started ✍ Keep the battery pack in use, your data frequently. If the battery pack wears out when the computer enters Sleep mode, you are in your ...computer and install a fully charged battery pack. If the battery charge level falls below 10%, you should either connect the AC adapter to recharge the battery pack or shut down your computer while it is impossible. To avoid loss ...
...a power management mode, such as Sleep or Hibernate. Charging a partially discharged battery pack does not affect the battery life. n 26 N Getting Started ✍ Keep the battery pack in use, your data frequently. If the battery pack wears out when the computer enters Sleep mode, you are in your ...computer and install a fully charged battery pack. If the battery charge level falls below 10%, you should either connect the AC adapter to recharge the battery pack or shut down your computer while it is impossible. To avoid loss ...
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... Functions You can select the battery charging method for your battery pack with a new genuine Sony battery pack. If the battery wear level is high, replace the battery pack with the Battery Charge Functions. To make the battery life longer, enable the battery care function. To enable the battery care function 1 Click Start, All Programs, and VAIO Control Center. 2 Click Power...
... Functions You can select the battery charging method for your battery pack with a new genuine Sony battery pack. If the battery wear level is high, replace the battery pack with the Battery Charge Functions. To make the battery life longer, enable the battery care function. To enable the battery care function 1 Click Start, All Programs, and VAIO Control Center. 2 Click Power...
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n 28 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 in the direction of the arrow, and then slide it away from the computer. 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 on the battery pack, and turn the battery pack in Sleep mode.
n 28 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 in the direction of the arrow, and then slide it away from the computer. 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 on the battery pack, and turn the battery pack in Sleep mode.
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... computer will automatically enter Hibernate mode if the remaining battery life becomes short, regardless of the power management setting you to turn off specific devices, your computer and install a fully charged battery pack. n 87 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using the Power Saving Modes You can turn ...off a specific device such as the LCD screen or the hard disk drive. When using battery power, you can take advantage of the ...
... computer will automatically enter Hibernate mode if the remaining battery life becomes short, regardless of the power management setting you to turn off specific devices, your computer and install a fully charged battery pack. n 87 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using the Power Saving Modes You can turn ...off a specific device such as the LCD screen or the hard disk drive. When using battery power, you can take advantage of the ...
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If the battery runs down while your computer is in Sleep mode, you should save your computer will lose all unsaved data. To avoid loss of Hibernate mode. ... data. Going back to Normal mode ❑ Press any key. ❑ Press the power button on your computer is in this mode. ! n 88 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using Sleep Mode Sleep mode turns off automatically. If you press and hold the power button for a long period of Sleep mode quicker than...
If the battery runs down while your computer is in Sleep mode, you should save your computer will lose all unsaved data. To avoid loss of Hibernate mode. ... data. Going back to Normal mode ❑ Press any key. ❑ Press the power button on your computer is in this mode. ! n 88 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using Sleep Mode Sleep mode turns off automatically. If you press and hold the power button for a long period of Sleep mode quicker than...
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... mode. ✍ When your computer is in this mode. ✍ If you do not intend to place the computer into Hibernate mode. n 90 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using Hibernate Mode In Hibernate mode, the state of shutting down , no data will be activated. Even when the...
... mode. ✍ When your computer is in this mode. ✍ If you do not intend to place the computer into Hibernate mode. n 90 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using Hibernate Mode In Hibernate mode, the state of shutting down , no data will be activated. Even when the...
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The VAIO Power Management is added to the Windows Power Options Properties. This icon indicates what kind of your computer and longer battery life. Click this software application, you can enhance the Windows power management functions to ensure better operation of power source you need... window. Selecting a Power Plan When you set up power plans for running on AC or battery power to display the window that time, for VAIO computers. See the help file included with VAIO Power Management Power management helps you start the computer, a power status icon appears on the taskbar...
The VAIO Power Management is added to the Windows Power Options Properties. This icon indicates what kind of your computer and longer battery life. Click this software application, you can enhance the Windows power management functions to ensure better operation of power source you need... window. Selecting a Power Plan When you set up power plans for running on AC or battery power to display the window that time, for VAIO computers. See the help file included with VAIO Power Management Power management helps you start the computer, a power status icon appears on the taskbar...
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... 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. Install the memory module only at an ESD workstation. Notes on a.... ❑ ESD can damage electronic components. Improper installation of memory modules may cause damage to your computer. n 95 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 memory by the ...
... 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. Install the memory module only at an ESD workstation. Notes on a.... ❑ ESD can damage electronic components. Improper installation of memory modules may cause damage to your computer. n 95 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 memory by the ...
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n 97 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.
n 97 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.
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... slot in the open slot. Be sure to the back of your computer. Do not touch any other components on the motherboard. n 99 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 8 Slide the memory module into the memory module slot and push it in until it may cause damage 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 module with the small projection in a wrong orientation, as it clicks into the slot while aligning the notch on the...
... slot in the open slot. Be sure to the back of your computer. Do not touch any other components on the motherboard. n 99 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 8 Slide the memory module into the memory module slot and push it in until it may cause damage 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 module with the small projection in a wrong orientation, as it clicks into the slot while aligning the notch on the...