Care and Handling of Your VAIO® Computer
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... computer directly on the computer. For example, materials such as rugs, blankets, couches, beds or curtains, can cause discomfort. 1 of 5 Care and Handling of Your VAIO® Computer Proper Handling Use your computer on porous surfaces. Do not block your computer's air vents, located on the bottom of the unit rises...
... computer directly on the computer. For example, materials such as rugs, blankets, couches, beds or curtains, can cause discomfort. 1 of 5 Care and Handling of Your VAIO® Computer Proper Handling Use your computer on porous surfaces. Do not block your computer's air vents, located on the bottom of the unit rises...
Care and Handling of Your VAIO® Computer
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...cut connection cables or cords. Use only a mild detergent solution. If you drop a solid object or spill any objects on top of your VAIO PC Clean the cabinet with a dry or lightly moistened soft microfiber cloth. Disconnect the AC adapter and remove the battery pack before cleaning your ...computer: § Shut down the computer § Unplug it § Remove the battery pack. § Have the computer checked by a Sony-qualified technician before operating it again IMPORTANT Do not use any type of abrasive pad, scouring powder, or solvent such as alcohol or benzine, as...
...cut connection cables or cords. Use only a mild detergent solution. If you drop a solid object or spill any objects on top of your VAIO PC Clean the cabinet with a dry or lightly moistened soft microfiber cloth. Disconnect the AC adapter and remove the battery pack before cleaning your ...computer: § Shut down the computer § Unplug it § Remove the battery pack. § Have the computer checked by a Sony-qualified technician before operating it again IMPORTANT Do not use any type of abrasive pad, scouring powder, or solvent such as alcohol or benzine, as...
Care and Handling of Your VAIO® Computer
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...Sony... label facing down. Sony cannot guarantee product safety when non-original AC... Use only Sony original AC adaptors. You can purchase AC Adaptors directly from official Sony resellers to ...167; Certain rechargeable battery packs do not meet Sony quality and safety standards. During operation the AC.... Using the Battery Pack Use original Sony battery packs. This is normal and ...installed the results could be connected to genuine Sony battery packs designed for concern. § ... pack. § If you are used . Sony cannot guarantee product safety when third party non-original...
...Sony... label facing down. Sony cannot guarantee product safety when non-original AC... Use only Sony original AC adaptors. You can purchase AC Adaptors directly from official Sony resellers to ...167; Certain rechargeable battery packs do not meet Sony quality and safety standards. During operation the AC.... Using the Battery Pack Use original Sony battery packs. This is normal and ...installed the results could be connected to genuine Sony battery packs designed for concern. § ... pack. § If you are used . Sony cannot guarantee product safety when third party non-original...
Startup Guide
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...into your computer. 1 Lift the LCD screen lid. 2 Press the power button until the setup window appears. 5 Locate VAIO Manual Your VAIO computer comes with the following documentation. Ventilation Place your computer on hard surfaces, such as setup tools, tutorials, and FAQs....can prevent or solve troubles on your computer. VPCE Series VAIO Support Homepage http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ (USA) http://esupport.sony.com/CA/ (Canada) http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/LA/ (Latin American area) http://esupport.sony.com/PT/VAIO/BR/ (Brazil) Features and specifications may appear different ...
...into your computer. 1 Lift the LCD screen lid. 2 Press the power button until the setup window appears. 5 Locate VAIO Manual Your VAIO computer comes with the following documentation. Ventilation Place your computer on hard surfaces, such as setup tools, tutorials, and FAQs....can prevent or solve troubles on your computer. VPCE Series VAIO Support Homepage http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ (USA) http://esupport.sony.com/CA/ (Canada) http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/LA/ (Latin American area) http://esupport.sony.com/PT/VAIO/BR/ (Brazil) Features and specifications may appear different ...
Safety - Safety Information
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... Record the model and serial numbers in the space provided here, and keep in part without prior written approval. SONY ELECTRONICS INC. IN NO EVENT SHALL SONY ELECTRONICS INC. SONY CANNOT WARRANT THAT THE FUNCTIONS DESCRIBED IN THIS GUIDE WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED OR ERROR-FREE. This product contains software owned...HEREIN OR THE USE THEREOF. reserves the right to make any modification to the model and serial numbers when you call your Sony VAIO® computer. Reproduction in whole or in a secure location. Sony Electronics Inc. The software described herein is prohibited.
... Record the model and serial numbers in the space provided here, and keep in part without prior written approval. SONY ELECTRONICS INC. IN NO EVENT SHALL SONY ELECTRONICS INC. SONY CANNOT WARRANT THAT THE FUNCTIONS DESCRIBED IN THIS GUIDE WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED OR ERROR-FREE. This product contains software owned...HEREIN OR THE USE THEREOF. reserves the right to make any modification to the model and serial numbers when you call your Sony VAIO® computer. Reproduction in whole or in a secure location. Sony Electronics Inc. The software described herein is prohibited.
Safety - Safety Information
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...only to U.S. Updates and additions to applicable end user agreements and full compliance with applicable product activation procedures. Sony, VAIO, and the VAIO logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of the computer, and may be completed by Internet or telephone (toll charges...will be detailed during initial launch of the software product(s), or upon certain reinstallations of the software product(s) or reconfiguration of Sony Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is incorporated into selected models only, has passed Wi-Fi certification and complies with the ...
...only to U.S. Updates and additions to applicable end user agreements and full compliance with applicable product activation procedures. Sony, VAIO, and the VAIO logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of the computer, and may be completed by Internet or telephone (toll charges...will be detailed during initial launch of the software product(s), or upon certain reinstallations of the software product(s) or reconfiguration of Sony Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is incorporated into selected models only, has passed Wi-Fi certification and complies with the ...
Safety - Safety Information
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...the battery pack in any interference that you , visit the Sony online support Web site at http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ for customers in USA or at http://www.sony.ca/support/ for customers in writing. ❑ For your VAIO® computer. - excessive dust; Safety Information and Caution ...of the unit will rise during the life of any Sony battery pack. ❑ Do not use a compatible genuine Sony battery pack or AC adapter. Information about compatible models can be found at http://www.sony.com/vaio. ❑ Sony disclaims and shall assume no responsibility in case of the...
...the battery pack in any interference that you , visit the Sony online support Web site at http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ for customers in USA or at http://www.sony.ca/support/ for customers in writing. ❑ For your VAIO® computer. - excessive dust; Safety Information and Caution ...of the unit will rise during the life of any Sony battery pack. ❑ Do not use a compatible genuine Sony battery pack or AC adapter. Information about compatible models can be found at http://www.sony.com/vaio. ❑ Sony disclaims and shall assume no responsibility in case of the...
Safety - Safety Information
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...between the equipment and receiver. ❑ Connect the equipment into an outlet on the Web site at: http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ for customers in USA or http://www.sony.ca/support/ for sale in the USA. All cables used in accordance with the instructions, may not comply with ... subject to the following FCC statement applies only to comply with noncompliant peripherals is no guarantee that comply with Part 15 of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: PCG-61211L, PCG-61311L, PCG-61312L, PCG-61313L, PCG-71211L, PCG-71212L, PCG-71213L, PCG-71311L, PCG-71312L, PCG-71313L, ...
...between the equipment and receiver. ❑ Connect the equipment into an outlet on the Web site at: http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ for customers in USA or http://www.sony.ca/support/ for sale in the USA. All cables used in accordance with the instructions, may not comply with ... subject to the following FCC statement applies only to comply with noncompliant peripherals is no guarantee that comply with Part 15 of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: PCG-61211L, PCG-61311L, PCG-61312L, PCG-61313L, PCG-71211L, PCG-71212L, PCG-71213L, PCG-71311L, PCG-71312L, PCG-71313L, ...
Safety - Safety Information
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... more information regarding recycling of mercury containing products (United States) For models without LCD using LED Technology (models with 15.5 type/inch WXGA (1366 x 768) VAIO Display) only Lamp in this product contains mercury. Disposal of these materials may be regulated due to the collection and recycling location nearest you.
... more information regarding recycling of mercury containing products (United States) For models without LCD using LED Technology (models with 15.5 type/inch WXGA (1366 x 768) VAIO Display) only Lamp in this product contains mercury. Disposal of these materials may be regulated due to the collection and recycling location nearest you.
Safety - Safety Information
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VAIO Support Homepage 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/LA/ (for customers in Spanish speaking Latin American countries or areas) http://esupport.sony.com/PT/VAIO/BR/ (for customers in Brazil) © 2010 Sony Corporation / Printed in U.S.A. 4-174-387-11(1)
VAIO Support Homepage 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/LA/ (for customers in Spanish speaking Latin American countries or areas) http://esupport.sony.com/PT/VAIO/BR/ (for customers in Brazil) © 2010 Sony Corporation / Printed in U.S.A. 4-174-387-11(1)
Users Guide
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... Using the Battery Pack 21 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely 28 Using the Power Saving Modes 29 Updating Your Computer 32 Using Your VAIO Computer 33 Using the Keyboard 34 Using the Touch Pad 36 Using Special-function Buttons 37 Using the Quick Web Access Function 38... Using the Multiple Monitors Function 81 Connecting an External Microphone 83 Connecting a USB Device 84 Customizing Your VAIO Computer 86 Setting the Password 87 Using Intel(R) VT 94 Using the VAIO Control Center 95 Using the VAIO Power Management 96 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 97 Adding and Removing Memory 98
... Using the Battery Pack 21 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely 28 Using the Power Saving Modes 29 Updating Your Computer 32 Using Your VAIO Computer 33 Using the Keyboard 34 Using the Touch Pad 36 Using Special-function Buttons 37 Using the Quick Web Access Function 38... Using the Multiple Monitors Function 81 Connecting an External Microphone 83 Connecting a USB Device 84 Customizing Your VAIO Computer 86 Setting the Password 87 Using Intel(R) VT 94 Using the VAIO Control Center 95 Using the VAIO Power Management 96 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 97 Adding and Removing Memory 98
Users Guide
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...manual may not be available on your computer, visit 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://sony.ca/support/ ❑ For customers in Spanish-speaking Latin... American countries or areas http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/LA ❑ For customers in Brazil http://esupport.sony.com/PT/VAIO/BR/ External views illustrated ...
...manual may not be available on your computer, visit 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://sony.ca/support/ ❑ For customers in Spanish-speaking Latin... American countries or areas http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/LA ❑ For customers in Brazil http://esupport.sony.com/PT/VAIO/BR/ External views illustrated ...
Users Guide
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... ❑ Help and Support - Use my VAIO Access interactive help with VAIO Care, system restore, backup and recovery, and contact Sony support. VAIO Recovery Center User Guide - Safety guidelines and owner information. 2. VAIO User Guide (This manual) - Before Use > Finding More about Your VAIO Computer n5 N Finding More about Your VAIO Computer This section provides support information...
... ❑ Help and Support - Use my VAIO Access interactive help with VAIO Care, system restore, backup and recovery, and contact Sony support. VAIO Recovery Center User Guide - Safety guidelines and owner information. 2. VAIO User Guide (This manual) - Before Use > Finding More about Your VAIO Computer n5 N Finding More about Your VAIO Computer This section provides support information...
Users Guide
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...™ Connection Utility Help - Some features and options may be included with the preinstalled software programs on your computer. Before Use > Finding More about Your VAIO Computer n6 N ❑ Program help menu on -screen guide: 1 Click Start, All Programs, and SmartWi Connection Utility. 2 Click SmartWi Connection Utility Help. May be able...
...™ Connection Utility Help - Some features and options may be included with the preinstalled software programs on your computer. Before Use > Finding More about Your VAIO Computer n6 N ❑ Program help menu on -screen guide: 1 Click Start, All Programs, and SmartWi Connection Utility. 2 Click SmartWi Connection Utility Help. May be able...
Users Guide
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.../support/ ❑ For customers in Spanish-speaking Latin American countries or areas http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/LA ❑ For customers in Brazil http://esupport.sony.com/PT/VAIO/BR/ ❑ Operating system online support web site Your computer comes preinstalled with a Microsoft Windows operating system. For operating system support, you can visit...
.../support/ ❑ For customers in Spanish-speaking Latin American countries or areas http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/LA ❑ For customers in Brazil http://esupport.sony.com/PT/VAIO/BR/ ❑ Operating system online support web site Your computer comes preinstalled with a Microsoft Windows operating system. For operating system support, you can visit...
Users Guide
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...data rescue, and any repair service you may call Sony directly. Sony Style Backstage Technicians can find the information you are looking for your VAIO PC. Before Use > Finding More about Your VAIO Computer n8 N 4. You can assist with a Sony certified technician at our site, you might need. In... information readily available: 1 Your VAIO computer model You can find the nearest location. Visit the web site at the lower right corner of your Sony VAIO computer. In order to find it on the Sony online support web site. Sony Style store and get personalized service...
...data rescue, and any repair service you may call Sony directly. Sony Style Backstage Technicians can find the information you are looking for your VAIO PC. Before Use > Finding More about Your VAIO Computer n8 N 4. You can assist with a Sony certified technician at our site, you might need. In... information readily available: 1 Your VAIO computer model You can find the nearest location. Visit the web site at the lower right corner of your Sony VAIO computer. In order to find it on the Sony online support web site. Sony Style store and get personalized service...
Users Guide
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... Computer (page 32) Upon completion, connect one device (for the first time, do not connect any other hardware that did not originally come with your VAIO computer. ! Getting Started > n 11 N Getting Started This section describes how to get started using your computer.
... Computer (page 32) Upon completion, connect one device (for the first time, do not connect any other hardware that did not originally come with your VAIO computer. ! Getting Started > n 11 N Getting Started This section describes how to get started using your computer.
Users Guide
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Getting Started > Locating Controls and Ports n 14 N A Num lock indicator (page 18) B Caps lock indicator (page 18) C Scroll lock indicator (page 18) D ASSIST button (page 37) E WEB button (page 37) F VAIO button (page 37) G Power button/Power indicator (page 18) H "Memory Stick Duo" slot* (page 48) I Media Access indicator (page 18) J SD memory card slot (page 58) K WIRELESS switch (page 64), (page 68) L WIRELESS indicator (page 18) M Charge indicator (page 18) N Disc drive indicator (page 18) * Your computer supports only Duo-size "Memory Stick".
Getting Started > Locating Controls and Ports n 14 N A Num lock indicator (page 18) B Caps lock indicator (page 18) C Scroll lock indicator (page 18) D ASSIST button (page 37) E WEB button (page 37) F VAIO button (page 37) G Power button/Power indicator (page 18) H "Memory Stick Duo" slot* (page 48) I Media Access indicator (page 18) J SD memory card slot (page 58) K WIRELESS switch (page 64), (page 68) L WIRELESS indicator (page 18) M Charge indicator (page 18) N Disc drive indicator (page 18) * Your computer supports only Duo-size "Memory Stick".
Users Guide
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To check the battery charge capacity 1 Click Start, All Programs, and VAIO Control Center. 2 Click Power Management and Battery. ✍ Additionally, you can enable the battery care function to extend the life of the battery pack extends. Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack n 26 N Checking the Battery Charge Capacity The battery charge capacity gradually decreases as the number of battery charging increases or the duration of use of the battery pack. To get the most out of the battery pack, check the battery charge capacity and change the battery settings.
To check the battery charge capacity 1 Click Start, All Programs, and VAIO Control Center. 2 Click Power Management and Battery. ✍ Additionally, you can enable the battery care function to extend the life of the battery pack extends. Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack n 26 N Checking the Battery Charge Capacity The battery charge capacity gradually decreases as the number of battery charging increases or the duration of use of the battery pack. To get the most out of the battery pack, check the battery charge capacity and change the battery settings.
Users Guide
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... Management (page 96) for more information. ❑ Set the wallpaper in Long Battery Life Wallpaper Setting as your desktop background with the VAIO Control Center. See Using the Power Saving Modes (page 29) for more information. ❑ Change the power saving settings on battery power, you can extend ...
... Management (page 96) for more information. ❑ Set the wallpaper in Long Battery Life Wallpaper Setting as your desktop background with the VAIO Control Center. See Using the Power Saving Modes (page 29) for more information. ❑ Change the power saving settings on battery power, you can extend ...