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... about Your VAIO Computer 5 Ergonomic Considerations 9 Getting Started 11 Locating Controls and Ports 12 About the Indicator Lights 19 Connecting a Power Source 20 Using the Battery Pack 22 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely 28 Using the Power Saving Modes 29 Updating Your Computer 31 Using Your VAIO Computer 32 Using the...
... about Your VAIO Computer 5 Ergonomic Considerations 9 Getting Started 11 Locating Controls and Ports 12 About the Indicator Lights 19 Connecting a Power Source 20 Using the Battery Pack 22 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely 28 Using the Power Saving Modes 29 Updating Your Computer 31 Using Your VAIO Computer 32 Using the...
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... Handling the LCD Screen 132 Using the Power Source 133 Handling the Built-in Camera 134 Handling Discs 135 Using the Battery Pack 136 Handling "Memory Stick 137 Handling the Built-in Storage Device 138 Using Fingerprint Authentication 139 Troubleshooting 140 Computer 142 System... Security 151 Battery 152 Built-in Camera 154 Internet 156 Networking 158 Bluetooth Technology 161 Optical Discs 165 Display 169 Printing 173 Microphone 174 ...
... Handling the LCD Screen 132 Using the Power Source 133 Handling the Built-in Camera 134 Handling Discs 135 Using the Battery Pack 136 Handling "Memory Stick 137 Handling the Built-in Storage Device 138 Using Fingerprint Authentication 139 Troubleshooting 140 Computer 142 System... Security 151 Battery 152 Built-in Camera 154 Internet 156 Networking 158 Bluetooth Technology 161 Optical Discs 165 Display 169 Printing 173 Microphone 174 ...
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... web site at a U.S. Sony Style Backstage Technicians can find it at our site, you might need. Sony Style store and get personalized service and support for at the lower right corner of the display on the bottom, the back panel, or inside the battery compartment of the problem 5. ...You can assist with a Sony certified technician at www.sonystyle.com/backstage to receive the fastest and most efficient services, have the following information...
... web site at a U.S. Sony Style Backstage Technicians can find it at our site, you might need. Sony Style store and get personalized service and support for at the lower right corner of the display on the bottom, the back panel, or inside the battery compartment of the problem 5. ...You can assist with a Sony certified technician at www.sonystyle.com/backstage to receive the fastest and most efficient services, have the following information...
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... manufacturer's instructions. ❑ Locating Controls and Ports (page 12) ❑ About the Indicator Lights (page 19) ❑ Connecting a Power Source (page 20) ❑ Using the Battery Pack (page 22) ❑ Shutting Down Your Computer Safely (page 28) ❑ Using the Power Saving Modes (page 29) ❑ Updating Your Computer (page 31)
... manufacturer's instructions. ❑ Locating Controls and Ports (page 12) ❑ About the Indicator Lights (page 19) ❑ Connecting a Power Source (page 20) ❑ Using the Battery Pack (page 22) ❑ Shutting Down Your Computer Safely (page 28) ❑ Using the Power Saving Modes (page 29) ❑ Updating Your Computer (page 31)
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Getting Started > Locating Controls and Ports Back A Battery connector (page 22) n 14 N
Getting Started > Locating Controls and Ports Back A Battery connector (page 22) n 14 N
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Illuminates while the battery pack is unlit. Press it a second time to change how you scroll the display. Press the key a second time to a memory card, such as "Memory ... indicator light is charging. The Scr Lk key functions differently depending on , blinks slowly in orange while the computer is in progress. See Charging the Battery Pack (page 25) for more wireless options are using and does not work with all programs. Illuminates while one or more information. Illuminates while data...
Illuminates while the battery pack is unlit. Press it a second time to change how you scroll the display. Press the key a second time to a memory card, such as "Memory ... indicator light is charging. The Scr Lk key functions differently depending on , blinks slowly in orange while the computer is in progress. See Charging the Battery Pack (page 25) for more wireless options are using and does not work with all programs. Illuminates while one or more information. Illuminates while data...
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.... Using the AC Adapter While your computer is directly connected to your computer. To use either an AC adapter or a rechargeable battery pack for supplying power to AC power and has a battery pack installed, it uses power from the AC adapter (3) into the AC adapter (3). 2 Plug the other end of the DC...
.... Using the AC Adapter While your computer is directly connected to your computer. To use either an AC adapter or a rechargeable battery pack for supplying power to AC power and has a battery pack installed, it uses power from the AC adapter (3) into the AC adapter (3). 2 Plug the other end of the DC...
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Installing/Removing 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 Using the Battery Pack The battery pack supplied with your computer is not fully charged at the time of delivery.
Installing/Removing 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 Using the Battery Pack The battery pack supplied with your computer is not fully charged at the time of delivery.
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Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack n 23 N 3 Slide the battery pack diagonally into the battery compartment until the projection (2) on either side of the battery compartment fits into the U-shaped cut (3) on either side of the battery pack. 4 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.
Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack n 23 N 3 Slide the battery pack diagonally into the battery compartment until the projection (2) on either side of the battery compartment fits into the U-shaped cut (3) on either side of the battery pack. 4 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.
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...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 fingertip underneath the tab (3) on and not connected to operate only with genuine Sony battery packs. This computer is designed to the AC adapter or if you... remove the battery pack while the computer is on the battery pack, and lift the battery pack in the direction of the arrow, and then slide it...
...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 fingertip underneath the tab (3) on and not connected to operate only with genuine Sony battery packs. This computer is designed to the AC adapter or if you... remove the battery pack while the computer is on the battery pack, and lift the battery pack in the direction of the arrow, and then slide it...
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... of power. (Sleep mode) A battery error has occurred due to a failed battery pack or an unlocked battery pack. ! Charge the battery pack as described in orange Meaning The battery pack is charging. When the battery pack charges close to a power source with the AC adapter. To charge the battery pack 1 Install the battery pack. 2 Connect the computer to...
... of power. (Sleep mode) A battery error has occurred due to a failed battery pack or an unlocked battery pack. ! Charge the battery pack as described in orange Meaning The battery pack is charging. When the battery pack charges close to a power source with the AC adapter. To charge the battery pack 1 Install the battery pack. 2 Connect the computer to...
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... power indicator lights blink, you should save your data frequently and manually activate a power management mode, such as Sleep or Hibernate. If the battery pack runs out of power while the computer is in Sleep mode, you should save your data frequently. To avoid loss of your... devices are using the computer. You can be recharged any time. When the battery pack is running on the battery, you will lose all unsaved data. Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack n 26 N ✍ Keep the battery pack in your computer while it is directly connected to charge while you are ...
... power indicator lights blink, you should save your data frequently and manually activate a power management mode, such as Sleep or Hibernate. If the battery pack runs out of power while the computer is in Sleep mode, you should save your data frequently. To avoid loss of your... devices are using the computer. You can be recharged any time. When the battery pack is running on the battery, you will lose all unsaved data. Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack n 26 N ✍ Keep the battery pack in your computer while it is directly connected to charge while you are ...
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...Options. See Using the Power Saving Modes (page 29) for more information. ❑ Change the power saving settings on battery power, you can extend your battery life using the following methods. ❑ Decrease the LCD brightness of your desktop background with the VAIO Control Center. See... Using the VAIO Power Management (page 113) for more information. ❑ Set the wallpaper in Long Battery Life Wallpaper Setting as your...
...Options. See Using the Power Saving Modes (page 29) for more information. ❑ Change the power saving settings on battery power, you can extend your battery life using the following methods. ❑ Decrease the LCD brightness of your desktop background with the VAIO Control Center. See... Using the VAIO Power Management (page 113) for more information. ❑ Set the wallpaper in Long Battery Life Wallpaper Setting as your...
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...Sleep mode quicker than Hibernate mode. Going back to suit your computer is in this mode. Even when the battery pack runs out of Hibernate mode. However, Sleep mode uses more power than out of power, no data will...computer for an extended period of the system is in this mode. If the battery pack runs out of your computer is saved on the built-in Sleep mode, you do not intend to conserve... battery life. The power indicator light is unlit while your computer while it off . In addition ...
...Sleep mode quicker than Hibernate mode. Going back to suit your computer is in this mode. Even when the battery pack runs out of Hibernate mode. However, Sleep mode uses more power than out of power, no data will...computer for an extended period of the system is in this mode. If the battery pack runs out of your computer is saved on the built-in Sleep mode, you do not intend to conserve... battery life. The power indicator light is unlit while your computer while it off . In addition ...
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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. Using Peripheral Devices > Connecting a Docking Station n 78 N Attaching Your Computer to the AC adapter (2) into the...
... (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. Using Peripheral Devices > Connecting a Docking Station n 78 N Attaching Your Computer to the AC adapter (2) into the...
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... use before disconnection. Disconnecting the computer while the IN USE indicator is running out of power, disconnecting your computer from the Docking Station ! When the battery pack is lit may result in loss of the computer. Be sure to take your computer off the docking station. Use of the computer while...
... use before disconnection. Disconnecting the computer while the IN USE indicator is running out of power, disconnecting your computer from the Docking Station ! When the battery pack is lit may result in loss of the computer. Be sure to take your computer off the docking station. Use of the computer while...
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...4 Click OK. ✍ You can enhance the Windows power management functions to ensure better operation of your requirements for running on AC or battery power to display the window that shows your power status. Click this software application, you need to change the power plan settings 1 Click Change... power source you start the computer, a power status icon appears on the taskbar and select Power Options. 2 Select your computer and longer battery life. Change the Sleep mode and display settings as needed. 2 If you can check the current power plan settings with the VAIO Power ...
...4 Click OK. ✍ You can enhance the Windows power management functions to ensure better operation of your requirements for running on AC or battery power to display the window that shows your power status. Click this software application, you need to change the power plan settings 1 Click Change... power source you start the computer, a power status icon appears on the taskbar and select Power Options. 2 Select your computer and longer battery life. Change the Sleep mode and display settings as needed. 2 If you can check the current power plan settings with the VAIO Power ...
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... materials that are compatible with your computer on adding/removing memory modules ❑ Be sure to your computer and disconnect it from its power sources (battery pack and AC adapter) and from the computer. This damage may void your manufacturer's warranty. ❑ Only use memory modules that produce or hold static...
... materials that are compatible with your computer on adding/removing memory modules ❑ Be sure to your computer and disconnect it from its power sources (battery pack and AC adapter) and from the computer. This damage may void your manufacturer's warranty. ❑ Only use memory modules that produce or hold static...
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Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > Adding and Removing Memory n 119 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 screws (indicated by the arrows below) on the bottom of the computer and remove the memory module compartment cover. 5 Touch a metal object to discharge static electricity.
Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > Adding and Removing Memory n 119 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 screws (indicated by the arrows below) on the bottom of the computer and remove the memory module compartment cover. 5 Touch a metal object to discharge static electricity.
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... into the memory module slot and push it in until it may cause damage to insert the connector edge of the computer. 12 Reinstall the battery pack and turn on the computer. Do not force the memory module into the slot in a wrong orientation, as it clicks into place. n 122 N ! Do...
... into the memory module slot and push it in until it may cause damage to insert the connector edge of the computer. 12 Reinstall the battery pack and turn on the computer. Do not force the memory module into the slot in a wrong orientation, as it clicks into place. n 122 N ! Do...