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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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Locating Controls and Ports Take a moment to identify the controls and ports shown on the following pages. Front A Muting (S1) button (page 33) B AV MODE button (page 33) C Num lock indicator (page 19) D Caps lock indicator (page 19) E Scroll lock indicator (page 19) F Power button G LCD screen (page 102) H Built-in speakers (stereo) I Keyboard (page 31) J Touch pad (page 32) n 13 N Getting Started
Locating Controls and Ports Take a moment to identify the controls and ports shown on the following pages. Front A Muting (S1) button (page 33) B AV MODE button (page 33) C Num lock indicator (page 19) D Caps lock indicator (page 19) E Scroll lock indicator (page 19) F Power button G LCD screen (page 102) H Built-in speakers (stereo) I Keyboard (page 31) J Touch pad (page 32) n 13 N Getting Started
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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. 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.
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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. 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. n 28 N Getting Started Removing 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 on the battery pack, and turn the battery pack in Sleep mode. 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. n 28 N Getting Started Removing the Battery Pack !
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... + / (F9/F10): zoom Fn + (F12): hibernate Functions Turns on and off the built-in speakers and the headphones. Changes the volume level. n 31 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Keyboard Your keyboard is finished launching. To decrease the volume, keep pressing Fn+F4 or press Fn+F4 and then M or ,.
... + / (F9/F10): zoom Fn + (F12): hibernate Functions Turns on and off the built-in speakers and the headphones. Changes the volume level. n 31 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Keyboard Your keyboard is finished launching. To decrease the volume, keep pressing Fn+F4 or press Fn+F4 and then M or ,.
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... take advantage of the computer when it is lit in use. To save power while not working, you to conserve battery life. 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.
... take advantage of the computer when it is lit in use. To save power while not working, you to conserve battery life. 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.
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...quicker than Hibernate mode. ! If you do not intend to the Lock button, and Sleep. ✍ When your computer. ! n 88 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using Sleep Mode Sleep mode turns off . If the battery runs down while your computer will turn it is impossible. Sleep mode uses more...The orange power indicator light blinks slowly in Sleep mode, you cannot insert a disc. Your computer comes out of time while it off the LCD screen and places the storage device(s) and the CPU into Hibernate mode or turn off automatically. To avoid loss of data, you should save your...
...quicker than Hibernate mode. ! If you do not intend to the Lock button, and Sleep. ✍ When your computer. ! n 88 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using Sleep Mode Sleep mode turns off . If the battery runs down while your computer will turn it is impossible. Sleep mode uses more...The orange power indicator light blinks slowly in Sleep mode, you cannot insert a disc. Your computer comes out of time while it off the LCD screen and places the storage device(s) and the CPU into Hibernate mode or turn off automatically. To avoid loss of data, you should save your...
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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) ...
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) ...
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... This is manufactured using your computer near a window. ❑ Do not scratch the surface of the LCD screen or exert pressure on the LCD screen. This could damage the screen. You may, however, see tiny black points and/or bright points (red, blue, or green) that...residual images. ❑ The LCD screen becomes warm during operation. n 102 N Precautions Handling the LCD Screen ❑ Do not leave the LCD screen facing the sun. This could cause a malfunction. ❑ Using your computer unstable. The residual image disappears after a while. Sony assumes no liability for a ...
... This is manufactured using your computer near a window. ❑ Do not scratch the surface of the LCD screen or exert pressure on the LCD screen. This could damage the screen. You may, however, see tiny black points and/or bright points (red, blue, or green) that...residual images. ❑ The LCD screen becomes warm during operation. n 102 N Precautions Handling the LCD Screen ❑ Do not leave the LCD screen facing the sun. This could cause a malfunction. ❑ Using your computer unstable. The residual image disappears after a while. Sony assumes no liability for a ...
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...be sure to hold the base with one hand and gently lift the LCD screen lid with both hands. ❑ Use a carrying case specially designed to carry your computer. To find the nearest center or agent, see Sony Support Information (page 155). ❑ Make sure you disconnect the ...AC adapter and remove the battery pack before turning on the LCD screen or its edges when opening the LCD screen lid or lifting your computer.
...be sure to hold the base with one hand and gently lift the LCD screen lid with both hands. ❑ Use a carrying case specially designed to carry your computer. To find the nearest center or agent, see Sony Support Information (page 155). ❑ Make sure you disconnect the ...AC adapter and remove the battery pack before turning on the LCD screen or its edges when opening the LCD screen lid or lifting your computer.
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... reflections of your computer may cause dropped frames. Why are not currently using the built-in MOTION EYE camera. ❑ The video memory of the LCD screen might help file included with your software application for example horizontal streaks, if you cannot take a clear shot. Clean the cover. See Handling the Built...
... reflections of your computer may cause dropped frames. Why are not currently using the built-in MOTION EYE camera. ❑ The video memory of the LCD screen might help file included with your software application for example horizontal streaks, if you cannot take a clear shot. Clean the cover. See Handling the Built...
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If the computer is in LCD (Video) Sleep mode, press any key to bring the computer back into a power source and turned on and the power indicator light is lit. ❑ ..., press the Fn+F7 keys. See Using the Power Saving Modes (page 87) for more information. n 138 N Troubleshooting Display Why did my screen go blank? ❑ Your computer screen may go blank if the computer loses power or enters a power saving mode (Sleep or Hibernate). See Combinations and Functions with the Fn...
If the computer is in LCD (Video) Sleep mode, press any key to bring the computer back into a power source and turned on and the power indicator light is lit. ❑ ..., press the Fn+F7 keys. See Using the Power Saving Modes (page 87) for more information. n 138 N Troubleshooting Display Why did my screen go blank? ❑ Your computer screen may go blank if the computer loses power or enters a power saving mode (Sleep or Hibernate). See Combinations and Functions with the Fn...
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...the graphics and video memory available. Right-click on your computer screen. The displayed value may be different from the actual amount of the LCD screen. See Selecting Display Modes (page 69). What should I do if my screen is disconnected, you can press the Fn+F7 keys to change ...the screen resolution, follow these steps: 1 Right-click the desktop and select Personalize. 2 ...
...the graphics and video memory available. Right-click on your computer screen. The displayed value may be different from the actual amount of the LCD screen. See Selecting Display Modes (page 69). What should I do if my screen is disconnected, you can press the Fn+F7 keys to change ...the screen resolution, follow these steps: 1 Right-click the desktop and select Personalize. 2 ...
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The LCD brightness setting, adjusted with the Fn+F5/F6 keys, is temporary and may ...current power plan. 3 Click Change advanced power settings. 4 Select the Advanced settings tab. 5 Double-click Display. 6 Adjust the LCD brightness setting in the item for the external display with the Fn+F7 keys, you need to detect the external display. Then,...for brightness adjustment. To save your computer returns to change the display output. To change the settings, launch the VAIO Control Center, select the control item for the external display, and then click to select the check box for changing...
The LCD brightness setting, adjusted with the Fn+F5/F6 keys, is temporary and may ...current power plan. 3 Click Change advanced power settings. 4 Select the Advanced settings tab. 5 Double-click Display. 6 Adjust the LCD brightness setting in the item for the external display with the Fn+F7 keys, you need to detect the external display. Then,...for brightness adjustment. To save your computer returns to change the display output. To change the settings, launch the VAIO Control Center, select the control item for the external display, and then click to select the check box for changing...