Care and Handling of Your VAIO® Computer
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Do not block your computer's air vents, located on the bottom of your computer on a clean dry, stable surface. Care and Handling of Your VAIO® Computer Proper Handling Use your notebook computer, by placing the computer on porous surfaces. If you may condense inside the computer. IMPORTANT Do not ...
Do not block your computer's air vents, located on the bottom of your computer on a clean dry, stable surface. Care and Handling of Your VAIO® Computer Proper Handling Use your notebook computer, by placing the computer on porous surfaces. If you may condense inside the computer. IMPORTANT Do not ...
Care and Handling of Your VAIO® Computer
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... the computer. Disconnect the AC adapter and remove the battery pack before operating it § Remove the battery pack. § Have the computer checked by a Sony-qualified technician before cleaning your computer. Use only a mild detergent solution. Improper Handling Do not place your computer in a location subject to malfunction. Cleaning your...; Ambient temperature of more than 95°F (35°C) or less than 410°F (5°C) § High humidity Do not place electronic equipment near your VAIO PC Clean the cabinet with a dry or lightly moistened soft microfiber cloth.
... the computer. Disconnect the AC adapter and remove the battery pack before operating it § Remove the battery pack. § Have the computer checked by a Sony-qualified technician before cleaning your computer. Use only a mild detergent solution. Improper Handling Do not place your computer in a location subject to malfunction. Cleaning your...; Ambient temperature of more than 95°F (35°C) or less than 410°F (5°C) § High humidity Do not place electronic equipment near your VAIO PC Clean the cabinet with a dry or lightly moistened soft microfiber cloth.
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..., it on the notebook casing. Lower temperatures require longer charging time. § Certain rechargeable battery packs do not meet Sony quality and safety standards. Sony cannot guarantee product safety when non-original AC adaptors are used the battery pack for a considerable amount of time, the ...remaining battery life may become short. only use the AC adaptor with the VAIO PC and/or AC adaptor. If an ...
..., it on the notebook casing. Lower temperatures require longer charging time. § Certain rechargeable battery packs do not meet Sony quality and safety standards. Sony cannot guarantee product safety when non-original AC adaptors are used the battery pack for a considerable amount of time, the ...remaining battery life may become short. only use the AC adaptor with the VAIO PC and/or AC adaptor. If an ...
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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
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...to find out about the configuration of 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 this Sony VAIO® computer and welcome to the on...
...to find out about the configuration of 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 this Sony VAIO® computer and welcome to the on...
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.... Printed Documentation ❑ Quick Start Guide - Get started with my VAIO Get help in storage device to the original factory settings - Use my VAIO Access interactive help with VAIO Care, system restore, backup and recovery, and contact Sony support. To access Help and Support: 1 Click Start and Help and Support. 2 Choose from the following...
.... Printed Documentation ❑ Quick Start Guide - Get started with my VAIO Get help in storage device to the original factory settings - Use my VAIO Access interactive help with VAIO Care, system restore, backup and recovery, and contact Sony support. To access Help and Support: 1 Click Start and Help and Support. 2 Choose from the following...
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... about setting up Bluetooth®, wireless LAN, GPS, and wireless WAN functions. Information about the configuration of your computer. Before Use > Finding More about Your VAIO Computer n6 N ❑ Program help menu on your computer. May be included with the preinstalled software programs on -screen guide: 1 Click Start, All Programs, and...
... about setting up Bluetooth®, wireless LAN, GPS, and wireless WAN functions. Information about the configuration of your computer. Before Use > Finding More about Your VAIO Computer n6 N ❑ Program help menu on your computer. May be included with the preinstalled software programs on -screen guide: 1 Click Start, All Programs, and...
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... online. ❑ 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/ ❑ Operating system online support web...
... online. ❑ 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/ ❑ Operating system online support web...
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... contact numbers 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 most efficient services, have the following information readily available: 1 Your VAIO computer model You can ... information you are looking for your new VAIO PC, system optimization, data rescue, and any repair service you may call Sony directly. You can assist with a Sony certified technician at the lower right corner of your Sony VAIO computer. Sony Style Backstage Technicians can find the nearest location...
... contact numbers 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 most efficient services, have the following information readily available: 1 Your VAIO computer model You can ... information you are looking for your new VAIO PC, system optimization, data rescue, and any repair service you may call Sony directly. You can assist with a Sony certified technician at the lower right corner of your Sony VAIO computer. Sony Style Backstage Technicians can find the nearest location...
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...) ❑ Shutting Down Your Computer Safely (page 28) ❑ Using the Power Saving Modes (page 29) ❑ Updating Your Computer (page 32) Before starting your VAIO computer. !
...) ❑ Shutting Down Your Computer Safely (page 28) ❑ Using the Power Saving Modes (page 29) ❑ Updating Your Computer (page 32) Before starting your VAIO computer. !
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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".
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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 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. To get the most out of the battery pack, check the battery charge capacity and change the battery settings.
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 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. To get the most out of the battery pack, check the battery charge capacity and change the battery settings.
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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 ...
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... Programs, and Windows Update and then follow the on-screen instructions. ❑ VAIO Update 5 Click Start, All Programs, and VAIO Update 5 and then follow the on-screen instructions. ! The VAIO Update automatically notifies you of new updates for enhancing your VAIO computer with the following software applications so that the computer can run more...
... Programs, and Windows Update and then follow the on-screen instructions. ❑ VAIO Update 5 Click Start, All Programs, and VAIO Update 5 and then follow the on-screen instructions. ! The VAIO Update automatically notifies you of new updates for enhancing your VAIO computer with the following software applications so that the computer can run more...
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... This section describes how to get the most out of using your VAIO computer. ❑ Using the Keyboard (page 34) ❑ Using the Touch Pad (page 36) ❑ Using Special-function Buttons (page 37) ❑ Using the Quick ...
... This section describes how to get the most out of using your VAIO computer. ❑ Using the Keyboard (page 34) ❑ Using the Touch Pad (page 36) ❑ Using Special-function Buttons (page 37) ❑ Using the Quick ...
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... computer screen. To increase lighting intensity, keep pressing the Fn+F5 keys or press the Fn+F5 keys and then the m or < key. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard n 34 N Using the Keyboard Your keyboard has additional keys that function as the display output destination, the computer screen goes blank...
... computer screen. To increase lighting intensity, keep pressing the Fn+F5 keys or press the Fn+F5 keys and then the m or < key. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard n 34 N Using the Keyboard Your keyboard has additional keys that function as the display output destination, the computer screen goes blank...
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... original state, use the power button to the built-in ), press the Fn+F10 keys. See the help file included with the VAIO Control Center for more information. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard Combination/Feature Fn + / (F9/F10): zooming Fn + (F12): hibernation n 35 N Function Changes the size of an image...
... original state, use the power button to the built-in ), press the Fn+F10 keys. See the help file included with the VAIO Control Center for more information. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard Combination/Feature Fn + / (F9/F10): zooming Fn + (F12): hibernation n 35 N Function Changes the size of an image...
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... touch pad while a mouse is connected to scroll vertically. Slide your finger on the touch pad (1) to use the VAIO Control Center. ! With some software applications, you can flick left button. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Touch Pad Using the Touch Pad You can point to, select, drag, and scroll objects...
... touch pad while a mouse is connected to scroll vertically. Slide your finger on the touch pad (1) to use the VAIO Control Center. ! With some software applications, you can flick left button. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Touch Pad Using the Touch Pad You can point to, select, drag, and scroll objects...
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...off or in Sleep mode or Hibernate mode. Launches the Media Gallery or turns the volume on and off, depending on your model. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Special-function Buttons n 37 N Using Special-function Buttons Your computer is off, the WEB button activates the Quick Web Access ...special buttons to the button by default. While the computer is equipped with this function. Special-function button ASSIST button WEB button VAIO button Functions Launches the VAIO Care while the computer is in Normal mode or Sleep mode. See Using the Quick Web Access Function (page 38) for more...
...off or in Sleep mode or Hibernate mode. Launches the Media Gallery or turns the volume on and off, depending on your model. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Special-function Buttons n 37 N Using Special-function Buttons Your computer is off, the WEB button activates the Quick Web Access ...special buttons to the button by default. While the computer is equipped with this function. Special-function button ASSIST button WEB button VAIO button Functions Launches the VAIO Care while the computer is in Normal mode or Sleep mode. See Using the Quick Web Access Function (page 38) for more...
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... initial setup, the web browser used with the Quick Web Access function launches just by pressing the WEB button from the next time. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Quick Web Access Function n 38 N Using the Quick Web Access Function The Quick Web Access function enables you immediately to exit the...
... initial setup, the web browser used with the Quick Web Access function launches just by pressing the WEB button from the next time. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Quick Web Access Function n 38 N Using the Quick Web Access Function The Quick Web Access function enables you immediately to exit the...