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... ...11 Getting Started ...13 Locating Controls and Ports...14 About the Indicator Lights ...21 Connecting a Power Source ...22 Using the Battery Pack ...23 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely ...30 Using Your VAIO Computer ...31 Using the Keyboard ...32 Using the Touch Pad ...33 Using the Switch Function ...34 Using the Built-in...
... ...11 Getting Started ...13 Locating Controls and Ports...14 About the Indicator Lights ...21 Connecting a Power Source ...22 Using the Battery Pack ...23 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely ...30 Using Your VAIO Computer ...31 Using the Keyboard ...32 Using the Touch Pad ...33 Using the Switch Function ...34 Using the Built-in...
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n4 N Precautions ...146 Handling the LCD Screen ...147 Using the Power Source ...148 Handling Your Computer ...149 Handling the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...151 Handling Floppy Disks ...152 Handling Discs ...153 Using the Battery Pack ...154 Using Headphones ...156 Handling the Memory Stick ...157 Handling the Hard Disk ...158 Updating Your Computer ...159 Troubleshooting ...160 Computer ...162 System Security ...169 Battery...170 Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...172 Internet ...175 Networking ...177 Bluetooth Technology ...180 Optical Discs ...185 Display ...190 Printing ...195 Microphone ...196
n4 N Precautions ...146 Handling the LCD Screen ...147 Using the Power Source ...148 Handling Your Computer ...149 Handling the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...151 Handling Floppy Disks ...152 Handling Discs ...153 Using the Battery Pack ...154 Using Headphones ...156 Handling the Memory Stick ...157 Handling the Hard Disk ...158 Updating Your Computer ...159 Troubleshooting ...160 Computer ...162 System Security ...169 Battery...170 Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...172 Internet ...175 Networking ...177 Bluetooth Technology ...180 Optical Discs ...185 Display ...190 Printing ...195 Microphone ...196
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n 13 N Getting Started Getting Started This section describes how to start up your VAIO computer. ! Before starting your computer. Be sure to get started using your system. Upon completion, connect one device (for the first time, do not connect ... manufacturers' instructions. ❑ Locating Controls and Ports (page 14) ❑ About the Indicator Lights (page 21) ❑ Connecting a Power Source (page 22) ❑ Using the Battery Pack (page 23) ❑ Shutting Down Your Computer Safely (page 30)
n 13 N Getting Started Getting Started This section describes how to start up your VAIO computer. ! Before starting your computer. Be sure to get started using your system. Upon completion, connect one device (for the first time, do not connect ... manufacturers' instructions. ❑ Locating Controls and Ports (page 14) ❑ About the Indicator Lights (page 21) ❑ Connecting a Power Source (page 22) ❑ Using the Battery Pack (page 23) ❑ Shutting Down Your Computer Safely (page 30)
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Press the Caps Lock key to activate the numeric keypad. Normal typing resumes when the Caps lock indicator is not in use. See Charging the Battery Pack (page 26) for more information. When the indicator is unlit, the optical disc media is unlit. Press the key a second time to...WIRELESS * On selected models only. Letters appear in Hibernate mode. Normal scrolling resumes when the Scroll lock indicator is charging. Illuminates while the battery pack is unlit. Illuminates while the drive is reading or writing data. Do not place the computer into Sleep mode or turn it a ...
Press the Caps Lock key to activate the numeric keypad. Normal typing resumes when the Caps lock indicator is not in use. See Charging the Battery Pack (page 26) for more information. When the indicator is unlit, the optical disc media is unlit. Press the key a second time to...WIRELESS * On selected models only. Letters appear in Hibernate mode. Normal scrolling resumes when the Scroll lock indicator is charging. Illuminates while the battery pack is unlit. Illuminates while the drive is reading or writing data. Do not place the computer into Sleep mode or turn it a ...
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... the cable connected to the AC adapter (3) into Hibernate mode. n 22 N Getting Started Connecting a Power Source You can use either an AC adapter or a rechargeable battery pack for supplying power to your computer completely from AC power, unplug the AC adapter.
... the cable connected to the AC adapter (3) into Hibernate mode. n 22 N Getting Started Connecting a Power Source You can use either an AC adapter or a rechargeable battery pack for supplying power to your computer completely from AC power, unplug the AC adapter.
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n 23 N Getting Started 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. Using the Battery Pack The battery pack supplied with your computer is not fully charged at the time of delivery.
n 23 N Getting Started 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. Using the Battery Pack The battery pack supplied with your computer is not fully charged at the time of delivery.
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n 24 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 24 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 25 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 25 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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...the computer. n 26 N Getting Started Charging the Battery Pack The battery pack supplied with your computer 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 green power indicator Blinks along with the battery charge functions, the charge indicator turns off. To select your first battery charge. To charge the battery pack 1 Install the battery pack. 2 Connect the AC adapter to the maximum charge level you selected...
...the computer. n 26 N Getting Started Charging the Battery Pack The battery pack supplied with your computer 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 green power indicator Blinks along with the battery charge functions, the charge indicator turns off. To select your first battery charge. To charge the battery pack 1 Install the battery pack. 2 Connect the AC adapter to the maximum charge level you selected...
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... activate a power management mode, such as Sleep or Hibernate. Your computer is impossible. Charging a partially discharged battery pack does not affect the battery life. If the battery pack wears out when the computer enters Sleep mode, you should either connect the AC adapter to recharge the... When your computer is directly connected to AC power. n 27 N Getting Started ✍ Keep the battery pack in use, your computer and install a fully charged battery pack. The battery pack continues to charge while you should save your data frequently. To avoid loss of data when using ...
... activate a power management mode, such as Sleep or Hibernate. Your computer is impossible. Charging a partially discharged battery pack does not affect the battery life. If the battery pack wears out when the computer enters Sleep mode, you should either connect the AC adapter to recharge the... When your computer is directly connected to AC power. n 27 N Getting Started ✍ Keep the battery pack in use, your computer and install a fully charged battery pack. The battery pack continues to charge while you should save your data frequently. To avoid loss of data when using ...
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... and check detailed information. To make the battery life longer, enable the battery care function. n 28 N Getting Started Using the Battery Charge Functions You can select the battery charging method for your battery pack 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...
... and check detailed information. To make the battery life longer, enable the battery care function. n 28 N Getting Started Using the Battery Charge Functions You can select the battery charging method for your battery pack 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...
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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 29 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 29 N Getting Started Removing the Battery Pack !
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... (1) into the AC adapter (2) and the other end into an AC outlet. 3 Plug the cable connected to the docking station. Be sure to install the battery pack before attaching your computer to the docking station. To attach your computer to the AC adapter (2) into the DC IN port (3) on the docking...
... (1) into the AC adapter (2) and the other end into an AC outlet. 3 Plug the cable connected to the docking station. Be sure to install the battery pack before attaching your computer to the docking station. To attach your computer to the AC adapter (2) into the DC IN port (3) on the docking...
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..., disconnecting your computer from the docking station may cause unstable operations. Do not disconnect your computer from the docking station during video playback. When the battery pack is lit. Do not disconnect your computer from the docking station when the IN USE indicator light is running out of the computer. Once...
..., disconnecting your computer from the docking station may cause unstable operations. Do not disconnect your computer from the docking station during video playback. When the battery pack is lit. Do not disconnect your computer from the docking station when the IN USE indicator light is running out of the computer. Once...
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... that the computer will automatically enter Hibernate mode if the remaining battery life becomes short, regardless of the power management settings to conserve battery life. When using battery power, you select. ! The green power indicator light is in this mode. n 130 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using the Power Saving Modes You can take advantage...
... that the computer will automatically enter Hibernate mode if the remaining battery life becomes short, regardless of the power management settings to conserve battery life. When using battery power, you select. ! The green power indicator light is in this mode. n 130 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using the Power Saving Modes You can take advantage...
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... for a long period of Sleep mode quicker than Hibernate mode. ! Your computer comes out of time while it off automatically. n 131 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...key. ❑ Press the power button on your computer for more power than out of data, you will lose all unsaved data. If the battery runs down while your computer is impossible. To avoid loss of Hibernate mode. Sleep mode uses more than four seconds, your data frequently. To ...
... for a long period of Sleep mode quicker than Hibernate mode. ! Your computer comes out of time while it off automatically. n 131 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...key. ❑ Press the power button on your computer for more power than out of data, you will lose all unsaved data. If the battery runs down while your computer is impossible. To avoid loss of Hibernate mode. Sleep mode uses more than four seconds, your data frequently. To ...
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... do not intend to use your computer before its power indicator light turns off . Hibernate mode requires more time than Sleep mode. ! n 133 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 unlit in Hibernate... mode saves you cannot insert a disc. Hibernate mode uses less power than Sleep mode to be lost. The computer enters Hibernate mode. Even when the battery runs down and resuming. The power indicator light is turned off .
... do not intend to use your computer before its power indicator light turns off . Hibernate mode requires more time than Sleep mode. ! n 133 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 unlit in Hibernate... mode saves you cannot insert a disc. Hibernate mode uses less power than Sleep mode to be lost. The computer enters Hibernate mode. Even when the battery runs down and resuming. The power indicator light is turned off .
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... that time, for example, AC power. This icon indicates what kind of your computer and longer battery life. The VAIO Power Management function is a software application developed exclusively for VAIO computers. See the help file included with VAIO Power Management Power management helps you set up power plans for each item. 4 Click OK. Change...
... that time, for example, AC power. This icon indicates what kind of your computer and longer battery life. The VAIO Power Management function is a software application developed exclusively for VAIO computers. See the help file included with VAIO Power Management Power management helps you set up power plans for each item. 4 Click OK. Change...
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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 the computer. If a memory module is not available, do not work ... the general terminology associated with personal computers and with the safety practice and regulatory compliance requirements for example). n 139 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Adding and Removing Memory If you want to expand the functionality of your computer, you upgrade your computer's memory, read 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 the computer. If a memory module is not available, do not work ... the general terminology associated with personal computers and with the safety practice and regulatory compliance requirements for example). n 139 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Adding and Removing Memory If you want to expand the functionality of your computer, you upgrade your computer's memory, read the...