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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 33 Using Special-function Buttons 34 Using the... Modes 72 Using the Multiple Monitors Function 74 Connecting an External Microphone 77 Connecting a USB Device 78 Connecting an i.LINK Device 80 Customizing Your VAIO Computer 82 Setting the Password 83 Using the VAIO Control Center 88 Using the Power Saving Modes 89 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 33 Using Special-function Buttons 34 Using the... Modes 72 Using the Multiple Monitors Function 74 Connecting an External Microphone 77 Connecting a USB Device 78 Connecting an i.LINK Device 80 Customizing Your VAIO Computer 82 Setting the Password 83 Using the VAIO Control Center 88 Using the Power Saving Modes 89 Using the...
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...3 The operating system on your computer 4 The hardware component or the software program that is causing the problem 5 A brief description of your new VAIO PC, system optimization, data rescue, and any repair service you might need. In order to find the contact numbers on the computer. 2 Your ...computer's serial number You can find it on the bottom, the back panel, or inside the battery compartment of the display on the Sony online support web site. Sony Style store and get personalized service and support for at www.sonystyle.com/backstage to receive the fastest and ...
...3 The operating system on your computer 4 The hardware component or the software program that is causing the problem 5 A brief description of your new VAIO PC, system optimization, data rescue, and any repair service you might need. In order to find the contact numbers on the computer. 2 Your ...computer's serial number You can find it on the bottom, the back panel, or inside the battery compartment of the display on the Sony online support web site. Sony Style store and get personalized service and support for at www.sonystyle.com/backstage to receive the fastest and ...
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... computer with your computer. Be sure to get started using your system. Getting Started > n 11 N Getting Started This section describes how to start up 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 manufacturers... 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)
... computer with your computer. Be sure to get started using your system. Getting Started > n 11 N Getting Started This section describes how to start up 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 manufacturers... 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)
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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. To make the life of battery longer, enable the battery care function. Getting Started...
... 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. To make the life of battery longer, enable the battery care function. Getting Started...
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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. 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. n 26 N
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. 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. n 26 N
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...of the power management setting you should either connect the AC adapter to recharge the battery pack or shut down your computer has two distinct power saving modes: Sleep and Hibernate. Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Using the Power Saving Modes n 89 N Using the Power Saving Modes... You can take advantage of the power management settings to the normal operating mode, your computer and install a fully charged battery pack. When using battery power, you select. ! ...
...of the power management setting you should either connect the AC adapter to recharge the battery pack or shut down your computer has two distinct power saving modes: Sleep and Hibernate. Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Using the Power Saving Modes n 89 N Using the Power Saving Modes... You can take advantage of the power management settings to the normal operating mode, your computer and install a fully charged battery pack. When using battery power, you select. ! ...
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Going back to the Lock button, and Sleep. ✍ When your computer will lose all unsaved data. Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Using the Power Saving Modes n 90 N Using Sleep Mode Sleep mode turns off the LCD screen and places the built-in storage device(s) and ... in Sleep mode, you will lose all unsaved data. To avoid loss of data, you should save your computer is in this mode. ! If the battery runs out of Hibernate mode. To return to use your computer. ! Sleep mode uses more than four seconds, your computer is in Sleep mode, you...
Going back to the Lock button, and Sleep. ✍ When your computer will lose all unsaved data. Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Using the Power Saving Modes n 90 N Using Sleep Mode Sleep mode turns off the LCD screen and places the built-in storage device(s) and ... in Sleep mode, you will lose all unsaved data. To avoid loss of data, you should save your computer is in this mode. ! If the battery runs out of Hibernate mode. To return to use your computer. ! Sleep mode uses more than four seconds, your computer is in Sleep mode, you...
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Even when the battery runs out of power, no data will be activated. The computer enters Hibernate mode. Hibernate mode requires more time than Sleep mode. ! The power indicator .... Do not move your computer for a long period of time, place the computer into Hibernate mode. ✍ When your computer is turned off . Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Using the Power Saving Modes n 92 N Using Hibernate Mode In Hibernate mode, the state of the system is saved on the built-in storage...
Even when the battery runs out of power, no data will be activated. The computer enters Hibernate mode. Hibernate mode requires more time than Sleep mode. ! The power indicator .... Do not move your computer for a long period of time, place the computer into Hibernate mode. ✍ When your computer is turned off . Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Using the Power Saving Modes n 92 N Using Hibernate Mode In Hibernate mode, the state of the system is saved on the built-in storage...
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..., click Change advanced power settings and go to step 3. Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Using the VAIO Power Management n 94 N Using the VAIO Power Management Power management helps you set up power plans for running on AC or battery power to suit your requirements for each item. 4 Click OK. Change... the settings for power consumption. Change the Sleep mode and display settings as needed. 2 If you need to the Windows Power Options. The VAIO Power Management is added to ...
..., click Change advanced power settings and go to step 3. Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Using the VAIO Power Management n 94 N Using the VAIO Power Management Power management helps you set up power plans for running on AC or battery power to suit your requirements for each item. 4 Click OK. Change... the settings for power consumption. Change the Sleep mode and display settings as needed. 2 If you need to the Windows Power Options. The VAIO Power Management is added to ...
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Notes on adding/removing memory modules ❑ Be sure to place your computer and disconnect it from its power sources (battery pack and AC adapter) and from any telecommunication links, networks, or modems before adding or removing memory modules. ❑ Be careful when changing ...an ESD workstation. This damage may cause damage to your system. Failure to do not handle materials that are compatible with your computer. Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > Adding and Removing Memory n 97 N Adding and Removing Memory If you want to expand the functionality of your computer, you can ...
Notes on adding/removing memory modules ❑ Be sure to place your computer and disconnect it from its power sources (battery pack and AC adapter) and from any telecommunication links, networks, or modems before adding or removing memory modules. ❑ Be careful when changing ...an ESD workstation. This damage may cause damage to your system. Failure to do not handle materials that are compatible with your computer. Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > Adding and Removing Memory n 97 N Adding and Removing Memory If you want to expand the functionality of your computer, you can ...
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Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > Adding and Removing Memory n 99 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.
Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > Adding and Removing Memory n 99 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.
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... components on the module with the small projection in the open slot. Be sure 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 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 memory module into place. Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > Adding and Removing Memory 7 Remove the new memory module from its packaging. 8 Slide the memory module into the memory module slot and push it...
... components on the module with the small projection in the open slot. Be sure 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 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 memory module into place. Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > Adding and Removing Memory 7 Remove the new memory module from its packaging. 8 Slide the memory module into the memory module slot and push it...
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Precautions > n 103 N Precautions This section describes safety guidelines and precautions to help you protect your VAIO computer from potential damage. ❑ Handling the LCD Screen (page 104) ❑ Using the Power Source (page 105) ❑ Handling Your Computer (page 106) ❑ Handling the Built-in Camera (page 109) ❑ Handling Discs (page 110) ❑ Using the Battery Pack (page 111) ❑ Using Headphones (page 113) ❑ Handling the Memory Stick (page 114) ❑ Handling the Built-in Storage Device (page 115)
Precautions > n 103 N Precautions This section describes safety guidelines and precautions to help you protect your VAIO computer from potential damage. ❑ Handling the LCD Screen (page 104) ❑ Using the Power Source (page 105) ❑ Handling Your Computer (page 106) ❑ Handling the Built-in Camera (page 109) ❑ Handling Discs (page 110) ❑ Using the Battery Pack (page 111) ❑ Using Headphones (page 113) ❑ Handling the Memory Stick (page 114) ❑ Handling the Built-in Storage Device (page 115)
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... computer. If any problems occur, unplug the computer and contact an authorized Sony Service Center. 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 cleaning your computer. ❑ To avoid losing data when...
... computer. If any problems occur, unplug the computer and contact an authorized Sony Service Center. 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 cleaning your computer. ❑ To avoid losing data when...
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...and 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 areas http://www.sony.net/ ❑ Sony disclaims and shall assume no...user guide or as designated by Sony in writing. ❑ For your VAIO computer. ❑ The disassembly, alteration of heat. ❑ Keep the battery pack dry. ❑ Do not open or try to disassemble the battery pack. ❑ Do not expose the battery pack to use or being charged...
...and 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 areas http://www.sony.net/ ❑ Sony disclaims and shall assume no...user guide or as designated by Sony in writing. ❑ For your VAIO computer. ❑ The disassembly, alteration of heat. ❑ Keep the battery pack dry. ❑ Do not open or try to disassemble the battery pack. ❑ Do not expose the battery pack to use or being charged...
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.... ❑ Computer (page 118) ❑ System Security (page 125) ❑ Battery (page 126) ❑ 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 in...
.... ❑ Computer (page 118) ❑ System Security (page 125) ❑ Battery (page 126) ❑ 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 in...
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.... Reinstall the battery pack, plug the AC adapter, and then press the power button to turn on the LCD backlight, see Using Special-function Buttons (page 34). ❑ Condensation may have installed since purchase, and then restart your computer. ❑ If your VAIO computer. See ... to five minutes. Make sure the brightness and contrast controls are using the supplied Sony AC adapter. Troubleshooting > Computer n 118 N Computer What should I do not use only the genuine Sony rechargeable battery pack and AC adapter, which are using an external display, make sure the power...
.... Reinstall the battery pack, plug the AC adapter, and then press the power button to turn on the LCD backlight, see Using Special-function Buttons (page 34). ❑ Condensation may have installed since purchase, and then restart your computer. ❑ If your VAIO computer. See ... to five minutes. Make sure the brightness and contrast controls are using the supplied Sony AC adapter. Troubleshooting > Computer n 118 N Computer What should I do not use only the genuine Sony rechargeable battery pack and AC adapter, which are using an external display, make sure the power...
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...is blinking fast and my computer does not start? ❑ This problem could be due to the computer again. Remove the battery pack and contact an authorized Sony Service Center. Troubleshooting > Computer n 121 N Why doesn't my computer enter Sleep or Hibernate mode? Turning off your computer...the operating mode is not compatible. Then reinstall the battery pack to the battery pack not being installed properly. 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 ...
...is blinking fast and my computer does not start? ❑ This problem could be due to the computer again. Remove the battery pack and contact an authorized Sony Service Center. Troubleshooting > Computer n 121 N Why doesn't my computer enter Sleep or Hibernate mode? Turning off your computer...the operating mode is not compatible. Then reinstall the battery pack to the battery pack not being installed properly. 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 ...
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... and returns a message, Enter Onetime Password? To resolve this problem, turn off your computer and enter the correct password. Remove the battery pack and contact an authorized Sony Service Center. This is lit, press the Num Lk (or Num Lock) key or the Caps Lock key to check that the ...or either incompatibility or the improper installation of CPU speed controlling technology for 10 or 15 seconds, then restart your computer and remove the battery pack. For details, see Finding More about Your VAIO Computer (page 5). Press and hold the power button for more than the maximum?
... and returns a message, Enter Onetime Password? To resolve this problem, turn off your computer and enter the correct password. Remove the battery pack and contact an authorized Sony Service Center. This is lit, press the Num Lk (or Num Lock) key or the Caps Lock key to check that the ...or either incompatibility or the improper installation of CPU speed controlling technology for 10 or 15 seconds, then restart your computer and remove the battery pack. For details, see Finding More about Your VAIO Computer (page 5). Press and hold the power button for more than the maximum?