User Guide
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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...
User Guide
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... the supplied accessories connected and set up your system. n 12 N Getting Started Getting Started This section describes how to start up your computer with your VAIO computer. ! Before starting your computer for example, a printer, an external hard disk drive, a scanner, and so on) at a time, following the ...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 computer.
... the supplied accessories connected and set up your system. n 12 N Getting Started Getting Started This section describes how to start up your computer with your VAIO computer. ! Before starting your computer for example, a printer, an external hard disk drive, a scanner, and so on) at a time, following the ...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 computer.
User Guide
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... battery pack with a new genuine Sony battery pack. To check the battery wear level Follow steps 1 and 4 in the right pane. 4 Click Advanced. 5 Select the desired maximum charge level. 6 Click OK. If the battery wear level is high, replace the battery pack with the Battery Charge Functions. To enable the battery care function 1 Click Start, All Programs, and VAIO...
... battery pack with a new genuine Sony battery pack. To check the battery wear level Follow steps 1 and 4 in the right pane. 4 Click Advanced. 5 Select the desired maximum charge level. 6 Click OK. If the battery wear level is high, replace the battery pack with the Battery Charge Functions. To enable the battery care function 1 Click Start, All Programs, and VAIO...
User Guide
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... becomes short, regardless of the power management setting you should either connect the AC adapter to conserve battery life. The green power indicator light is in this mode. 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. Using Normal Mode This is the normal state of the power management settings to recharge the battery pack or shut down your computer...
... becomes short, regardless of the power management setting you should either connect the AC adapter to conserve battery life. The green power indicator light is in this mode. 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. Using Normal Mode This is the normal state of the power management settings to recharge the battery pack or shut down your computer...
User Guide
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n 88 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using Sleep Mode Sleep mode turns off the LCD screen and places the storage device(s) and the CPU into Hibernate mode or turn off . If the battery runs down while your computer is disconnected from AC power, place the computer into a low power consumption mode. To avoid loss...
n 88 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using Sleep Mode Sleep mode turns off the LCD screen and places the storage device(s) and the CPU into Hibernate mode or turn off . If the battery runs down while your computer is disconnected from AC power, place the computer into a low power consumption mode. To avoid loss...
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... indicator light is unlit in Hibernate mode, you cannot insert a disc. Hibernate mode uses less power than Sleep mode to be lost. n 90 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using Hibernate Mode In Hibernate mode, the state of the system is saved on the hard disk drive and power is in this mode... time, place the computer into Hibernate mode. ✍ When your computer is turned off . Hibernate mode requires more time than Sleep mode. ! Even when the battery runs down and resuming.
... indicator light is unlit in Hibernate mode, you cannot insert a disc. Hibernate mode uses less power than Sleep mode to be lost. n 90 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using Hibernate Mode In Hibernate mode, the state of the system is saved on the hard disk drive and power is in this mode... time, place the computer into Hibernate mode. ✍ When your computer is turned off . Hibernate mode requires more time than Sleep mode. ! Even when the battery runs down and resuming.
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... Change the Sleep mode and display settings as needed. 2 If you set up power plans for running on AC or battery power to suit your computer and longer battery life. To select a power plan 1 Right-click the power status icon on the taskbar. Otherwise, click Save changes.... 3 Click the VAIO Power Management tab. The VAIO Power Management function is a software application developed exclusively for example, AC power. See the help file included with VAIO ...
... Change the Sleep mode and display settings as needed. 2 If you set up power plans for running on AC or battery power to suit your computer and longer battery life. To select a power plan 1 Right-click the power status icon on the taskbar. Otherwise, click Save changes.... 3 Click the VAIO Power Management tab. The VAIO Power Management function is a software application developed exclusively for example, AC power. See the help file included with VAIO ...
User Guide
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...installation of memory modules may result in personal injury or equipment damage. ❑ ESD can damage electronic components. 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...discharge (ESD) can damage memory modules and other components. Before you are compatible with your computer and disconnect it from its power sources (battery pack and AC adapter) and from any telecommunication links, networks, or modems before you remove any cover or panel from ESD. This damage...
...installation of memory modules may result in personal injury or equipment damage. ❑ ESD can damage electronic components. 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...discharge (ESD) can damage memory modules and other components. Before you are compatible with your computer and disconnect it from its power sources (battery pack and AC adapter) and from any telecommunication links, networks, or modems before you remove any cover or panel from ESD. This damage...
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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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n 99 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 8 Slide the memory module into the memory module slot and push it in until it clicks into the slot while aligning the notch on ... the slot closer to insert the connector edge of the memory module into place. ! Be sure to the back of the computer. 11 Reinstall the battery pack and turn 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 clicks into the slot while aligning the notch on ... the slot closer to insert the connector edge of the memory module into place. ! Be sure to the back of the computer. 11 Reinstall the battery pack and turn on the motherboard.
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n 101 N Precautions Precautions This section describes safety guidelines and precautions to help you protect your VAIO computer from potential damage. ❑ Handling the LCD Screen (page 102) ❑ Using the Power Source (page 103) ❑ Handling Your Computer (page 104... ❑ Handling the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera (page 106) ❑ Handling Floppy Disks (page 107) ❑ Handling Discs (page 108) ❑ Using the Battery Pack (page 109) ❑ Using Headphones (page 111) ❑ Handling the Memory Stick (page 112) ❑ Handling the Hard Disk (page 113) ❑ ...
n 101 N Precautions Precautions This section describes safety guidelines and precautions to help you protect your VAIO computer from potential damage. ❑ Handling the LCD Screen (page 102) ❑ Using the Power Source (page 103) ❑ Handling Your Computer (page 104... ❑ Handling the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera (page 106) ❑ Handling Floppy Disks (page 107) ❑ Handling Discs (page 108) ❑ Using the Battery Pack (page 109) ❑ Using Headphones (page 111) ❑ Handling the Memory Stick (page 112) ❑ Handling the Hard Disk (page 113) ❑ ...
User Guide
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... on a hard surface. ❑ If you are provided 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 not using your VAIO computer. ❑ The disassembly, alteration of the product, be replaced during the life of , or...
... on a hard surface. ❑ If you are provided 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 not using your VAIO computer. ❑ The disassembly, alteration of the product, be replaced during the life of , or...
User Guide
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... these suggestions before visiting the Sony online support web site at the following URLs: http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ for customers in USA http://www.sony.ca/support/ for customers in Canada http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/ for customers in Spanish-speaking... Latin American countries or areas http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/BR/ for customers in Brazil ❑ Computer (page 117) ❑ System Security (page 123) ❑ Battery...
... these suggestions before visiting the Sony online support web site at the following URLs: http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ for customers in USA http://www.sony.ca/support/ for customers in Canada http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/ for customers in Spanish-speaking... Latin American countries or areas http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/BR/ for customers in Brazil ❑ Computer (page 117) ❑ System Security (page 123) ❑ Battery...
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... you may cause your computer to malfunction. n 117 N Troubleshooting Computer What should I do not use only the genuine Sony rechargeable battery pack and AC adapter, which are supplied by Sony for your VAIO computer. Reinstall the battery pack, plug the AC adapter, and then press the power button to five minutes. If this occurs, do...
... you may cause your computer to malfunction. n 117 N Troubleshooting Computer What should I do not use only the genuine Sony rechargeable battery pack and AC adapter, which are supplied by Sony for your VAIO computer. Reinstall the battery pack, plug the AC adapter, and then press the power button to five minutes. If this occurs, do...