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... prevent overheating. IMPORTANT Do not place your computer directly on your computer's air vents, located on the computer. The temperature of the bottom of Your VAIO® Computer Proper Handling Use your notebook computer, by placing the computer on a clean dry, stable surface. For example, materials such as rugs, blankets, couches...
... prevent overheating. IMPORTANT Do not place your computer directly on your computer's air vents, located on the computer. The temperature of the bottom of Your VAIO® Computer Proper Handling Use your notebook computer, by placing the computer on a clean dry, stable surface. For example, materials such as rugs, blankets, couches...
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... your computer. 2 of 5 Do not drop your computer, as the electromagnetic field of the equipment may damage the finish 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 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...
... your computer. 2 of 5 Do not drop your computer, as the electromagnetic field of the equipment may damage the finish 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 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...
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... socket to avoid a small static charge building up in temperatures above 140°F (60°C), such as dropping it may become short. Sony cannot guarantee product safety when third party non-original replacement battery packs are used. For safety reasons this computer should be unpredictable. § ... the notebook casing. If the AC adaptor was delivered with the label facing down. This is in a well ventilated area with the VAIO PC and/or AC adaptor. If an unauthorized battery pack is installed the results could be replaced. However, this model. You can purchase...
... socket to avoid a small static charge building up in temperatures above 140°F (60°C), such as dropping it may become short. Sony cannot guarantee product safety when third party non-original replacement battery packs are used. For safety reasons this computer should be unpredictable. § ... the notebook casing. If the AC adaptor was delivered with the label facing down. This is in a well ventilated area with the VAIO PC and/or AC adaptor. If an unauthorized battery pack is installed the results could be replaced. However, this model. You can purchase...
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...22 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely 29 Using the Power Saving Modes 30 Keeping Your Computer in Optimum Condition .......... 33 Using Your VAIO Computer 36 Using the Keyboard 37 Using the Touch Pad 39 Using Special-function Buttons 40 Using the Quick Web Access Function 41... Multiple Monitors Function 88 Connecting an External Microphone 90 Connecting a USB Device 91 Customizing Your VAIO Computer 93 Setting the Password 94 Using Intel(R) VT 101 Using the VAIO Control Center 102 Using the VAIO Power Management 103 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 104 Adding and Removing Memory 105
...22 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely 29 Using the Power Saving Modes 30 Keeping Your Computer in Optimum Condition .......... 33 Using Your VAIO Computer 36 Using the Keyboard 37 Using the Touch Pad 39 Using Special-function Buttons 40 Using the Quick Web Access Function 41... Multiple Monitors Function 88 Connecting an External Microphone 90 Connecting a USB Device 91 Customizing Your VAIO Computer 93 Setting the Password 94 Using Intel(R) VT 101 Using the VAIO Control Center 102 Using the VAIO Power Management 103 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 104 Adding and Removing Memory 105
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... from those 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://www.sony.ca/support/ (English) http://www.fr.sony.ca/support (French) ❑ For customers... in Spanish-speaking Latin American countries or areas http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/LA ❑ For customers in Brazil...
... from those 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://www.sony.ca/support/ (English) http://www.fr.sony.ca/support (French) ❑ For customers... in Spanish-speaking Latin American countries or areas http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/LA ❑ For customers in Brazil...
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Safety guidelines and owner information. ✍ Before activating the wireless functions such as the wireless LAN and Bluetooth technology, read the Safety Information carefully. n5 N Printed Documentation ❑ Quick Start Guide - An overview of components connection, set-up information, etc. ❑ Recovery, Backup and Troubleshooting Guide ❑ Safety Information - Before Use > Finding More about Your VAIO Computer Finding More about Your VAIO Computer This section provides support information about your VAIO computer. 1.
Safety guidelines and owner information. ✍ Before activating the wireless functions such as the wireless LAN and Bluetooth technology, read the Safety Information carefully. n5 N Printed Documentation ❑ Quick Start Guide - An overview of components connection, set-up information, etc. ❑ Recovery, Backup and Troubleshooting Guide ❑ Safety Information - Before Use > Finding More about Your VAIO Computer Finding More about Your VAIO Computer This section provides support information about your VAIO computer. 1.
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..., system restore, backup and recovery, and contact Sony support. You can find the answers you purchased. General information and technical assistance for your VAIO computer. General information of your VAIO computer, creating Recovery Media, and more. Troubleshoot my VAIO Maintain and troubleshoot your VAIO computer with your VAIO computer by accessing useful information such as general...
..., system restore, backup and recovery, and contact Sony support. You can find the answers you purchased. General information and technical assistance for your VAIO computer. General information of your VAIO computer, creating Recovery Media, and more. Troubleshoot my VAIO Maintain and troubleshoot your VAIO computer with your VAIO computer by accessing useful information such as general...
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... included with the preinstalled software programs on a specific program. ❑ SmartWi™ Connection Utility Help (On selected models only) - Before Use > Finding More about Your VAIO Computer n7 N ❑ Program help menu on your computer.
... included with the preinstalled software programs on a specific program. ❑ SmartWi™ Connection Utility Help (On selected models only) - Before Use > Finding More about Your VAIO Computer n7 N ❑ Program help menu on your computer.
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... customer support at http://support.microsoft.com/directory/. Before Use > Finding More about Your VAIO Computer n8 N 3. Support Web Sites ❑ Sony online support web site The Sony online support web site provides instant access to information on commonly encountered problems. Type a description...searches for the corresponding solutions online. ❑ For customers in USA http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ ❑ For customers in Canada http://www.sony.ca/support/ (English) http://www.fr.sony.ca/support (French) ❑ For customers in Spanish-speaking Latin American countries...
... customer support at http://support.microsoft.com/directory/. Before Use > Finding More about Your VAIO Computer n8 N 3. Support Web Sites ❑ Sony online support web site The Sony online support web site provides instant access to information on commonly encountered problems. Type a description...searches for the corresponding solutions online. ❑ For customers in USA http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ ❑ For customers in Canada http://www.sony.ca/support/ (English) http://www.fr.sony.ca/support (French) ❑ For customers in Spanish-speaking Latin American countries...
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... any repair service you may call Sony directly. In order to find it on the Sony online support web site. Before Use > Finding More about Your VAIO Computer n9 N 4. You can assist with a Sony certified technician at our site, you might need. Sony Style store and get personalized service... contact numbers on the bottom, the back panel, or inside the battery compartment of the problem 5. Sony Style Backstage Technicians can find the information you are looking for your Sony VAIO computer. In Store Service & Support (available in USA only) Make an appointment with the setup of...
... any repair service you may call Sony directly. In order to find it on the Sony online support web site. Before Use > Finding More about Your VAIO Computer n9 N 4. You can assist with a Sony certified technician at our site, you might need. Sony Style store and get personalized service... contact numbers on the bottom, the back panel, or inside the battery compartment of the problem 5. Sony Style Backstage Technicians can find the information you are looking for your Sony VAIO computer. In Store Service & Support (available in USA only) Make an appointment with the setup of...
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... using your computer. Upon completion, connect one device (for the first time, do not connect any other hardware that did not originally come with your VAIO computer. !
... using your computer. Upon completion, connect one device (for the first time, do not connect any other hardware that did not originally come with your VAIO computer. !
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Getting Started > Locating Controls and Ports n 15 N A Num lock indicator (page 19) B Caps lock indicator (page 19) C Scroll lock indicator (page 19) D ASSIST button (page 40) E WEB button (page 40) F VAIO button (page 40) G Power button/Power indicator (page 19) H "Memory Stick Duo" slot* (page 51) I Media Access indicator (page 19) J SD memory card slot (page 62) K WIRELESS switch (page 68), (page 74) L WIRELESS indicator (page 19) M Charge indicator (page 19) N Disc drive indicator (page 19) * Your computer supports only Duo-size "Memory Stick".
Getting Started > Locating Controls and Ports n 15 N A Num lock indicator (page 19) B Caps lock indicator (page 19) C Scroll lock indicator (page 19) D ASSIST button (page 40) E WEB button (page 40) F VAIO button (page 40) G Power button/Power indicator (page 19) H "Memory Stick Duo" slot* (page 51) I Media Access indicator (page 19) J SD memory card slot (page 62) K WIRELESS switch (page 68), (page 74) L WIRELESS indicator (page 19) M Charge indicator (page 19) N Disc drive indicator (page 19) * Your computer supports only Duo-size "Memory Stick".
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To get the most out 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, check the battery charge capacity and change the battery settings. Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack n 27 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 extends.
To get the most out 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, check the battery charge capacity and change the battery settings. Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack n 27 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 extends.
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See Using the VAIO Power Management (page 103) for more information. ❑ Set the wallpaper in Long Battery Life Wallpaper Setting as your computer screen. ❑ Use the power ... settings on battery power, you can extend the battery life using the following methods. ❑ Decrease the LCD brightness of your desktop background with the VAIO Control Center. Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack n 28 N Extending the Battery Life When your computer is running on the Power Options.
See Using the VAIO Power Management (page 103) for more information. ❑ Set the wallpaper in Long Battery Life Wallpaper Setting as your computer screen. ❑ Use the power ... settings on battery power, you can extend the battery life using the following methods. ❑ Decrease the LCD brightness of your desktop background with the VAIO Control Center. Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack n 28 N Extending the Battery Life When your computer is running on the Power Options.
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... sure to download the updates. Your computer must be connected to the Internet to update your VAIO computer with the following software applications for enhancing your computer's efficiency, security, and functionality. The VAIO Update automatically notifies you of new updates available on the Internet, and downloads and installs them ...on the computer. ❑ Windows Update Click Start, All 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. !
... sure to download the updates. Your computer must be connected to the Internet to update your VAIO computer with the following software applications for enhancing your computer's efficiency, security, and functionality. The VAIO Update automatically notifies you of new updates available on the Internet, and downloads and installs them ...on the computer. ❑ Windows Update Click Start, All 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. !
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.... Getting Started > Keeping Your Computer in Optimum Condition n 35 N Using the VAIO Care With the VAIO Care, you can be used to recover your computer in Hibernate mode. ✍ See the help file included with the VAIO Care for example, when the Windows does not start. On models with the ASSIST... button Press the ASSIST button while your computer to solve the problem. To launch the VAIO Care ❑ On models with the ASSIST button, pressing the ASSIST button while the computer is on. ❑ On models without the ASSIST ...
.... Getting Started > Keeping Your Computer in Optimum Condition n 35 N Using the VAIO Care With the VAIO Care, you can be used to recover your computer in Hibernate mode. ✍ See the help file included with the VAIO Care for example, when the Windows does not start. On models with the ASSIST... button Press the ASSIST button while your computer to solve the problem. To launch the VAIO Care ❑ On models with the ASSIST button, pressing the ASSIST button while the computer is on. ❑ On models without the ASSIST ...
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... This section describes how to get the most out of using your VAIO computer. ❑ Using the Keyboard (page 37) ❑ Using the Touch Pad (page 39) ❑ Using Special-function Buttons (page 40) ❑ Using the Quick ...
... This section describes how to get the most out of using your VAIO computer. ❑ Using the Keyboard (page 37) ❑ Using the Touch Pad (page 39) ❑ Using Special-function Buttons (page 40) ❑ Using the Quick ...
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... M or , key. To increase lighting intensity, keep pressing the Fn+F4 keys or press the Fn+F4 keys and then the M or , key. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard n 37 N Using the Keyboard Your keyboard has additional keys that perform model-specific tasks. Combinations and Functions with the Fn Key...
... M or , key. To increase lighting intensity, keep pressing the Fn+F4 keys or press the Fn+F4 keys and then the M or , key. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard n 37 N Using the Keyboard Your keyboard has additional keys that perform model-specific tasks. Combinations and Functions with the Fn Key...
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... (page 30). To make the view look smaller and further away (zoom out), press the Fn+F9 keys. See the help file included with the VAIO Control Center for more information. For details on the power. To return the system to its original state, use the power button to the built...-in ), press the Fn+F10 keys. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard Combination/Feature Fn + / (F9/F10): zooming Fn + (F12): hibernation n 38 N Function Changes the size of power consumption...
... (page 30). To make the view look smaller and further away (zoom out), press the Fn+F9 keys. See the help file included with the VAIO Control Center for more information. For details on the power. To return the system to its original state, use the power button to the built...-in ), press the Fn+F10 keys. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard Combination/Feature Fn + / (F9/F10): zooming Fn + (F12): hibernation n 38 N Function Changes the size of power consumption...
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... on the touch pad (1) to scroll vertically. Press the right button (4) once. With some software applications, you will be able to your computer. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Touch Pad Using the Touch Pad You can point to move your finger in quick motion on the touch pad. Slide two... scroll objects on the touch pad to keep scrolling without taking the finger off the touch pad (the scroll function is connected to use the VAIO Control Center. !
... on the touch pad (1) to scroll vertically. Press the right button (4) once. With some software applications, you will be able to your computer. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Touch Pad Using the Touch Pad You can point to move your finger in quick motion on the touch pad. Slide two... scroll objects on the touch pad to keep scrolling without taking the finger off the touch pad (the scroll function is connected to use the VAIO Control Center. !
