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Question posted by nealaanne on September 1st, 2012

Sony Vaio Adapter

My Sony Vaio will only charge when the plug is held into the laptop at a certain angle and gets hot to touch.  How do I repair?

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Answer #1: Posted by jennie8109 on September 1st, 2012 12:13 PM
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I have had this same problem. It means that the adapter plug-in has been damaged. There are two resolutions, find a computer repair person that likes to solder tiny things to fix it or replace the motherboard. In either case, it may be more cost-efficient to buy a new laptop. 

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User Guide - Page 2

... VAIO Computer 5 Ergonomic Considerations 9 Getting Started 11 Locating Controls and Ports 12 About the Indicator Lights 18 Connecting a Power Source 19 Using the Battery Pack 21 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely 27 Using the Power Saving Modes 28 Updating Your Computer 30 Using Your VAIO Computer 31 Using the Keyboard 32 Using the Touch...
User Guide - Page 4

.../ Before Use > n4 N Before Use Congratulations on your purchase of this manual may not be available on -screen User Guide. External views illustrated in this Sony VAIO® computer, and welcome to the on your computer. How to provide a state-of your computer. To find specifications Some features, options, and supplied items...
User Guide - Page 5

...On-screen Documentation ❑ Help and Support - Get started with VAIO Care, system restore, backup and recovery, and contact Sony support. Software Information Troubleshoot my VAIO Maintain and troubleshoot your VAIO computer. 1. Before Use > Finding More about Your VAIO Computer n5 N Finding More about Your VAIO Computer This section provides support information about restoring...
User Guide - Page 7

... commonly encountered problems. Type a description of the problem and the Knowledge Database searches for the corresponding solutions 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...
User Guide - Page 8

...find the information you are looking for your new VAIO PC, system optimization, data rescue, and any repair service you may call Sony directly. Visit the web site at the lower ... Sony online support web site. Sony Style Backstage Technicians can find the nearest location. You can assist with a Sony certified technician at our site, you might need. Sony Style store and get personalized...
User Guide - Page 25

... either connect the AC adapter to AC power. To avoid loss of the Battery Charge Functions with a lithium ion battery pack and can extend the life of battery. Getting Started > Using the ...Battery Pack n 25 N ✍ Keep the battery pack in your computer and install a fully charged battery pack. Your computer is supplied with the VAIO Control Center. Charging a...
User Guide - Page 31

Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Your VAIO Computer This section describes how to get the most out of using your VAIO computer. ❑ Using the Keyboard (page 32) ❑ Using the Touch Pad (page 34) ❑ Using Special-function Buttons (page 35) ❑ Using the Quick Web Access Function (page 36) ❑ Using the Built-in...
User Guide - Page 42

...that are required for some music discs encoded with your VAIO computer, be implemented for use with your computer's optical disc drives. Sony does NOT guarantee the compatibility of copyright protected Blu-...ray Disc media continually, update the AACS key. To play or view the contents of VAIO optical disc drives with discs that a digital HDCP compliant environment be sure to read the ...
User Guide - Page 43

... disc drive is writing data to a disc ❑ Only use the VAIO Update, see Updating Your Computer (page 30). ❑ Depending on your... and install the latest updates for the WinDVD BD using the VAIO Update. For information on how to use circular discs. To ...or dropped frames during Blu-ray Disc playback. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive n 43 N Notes on Using the...
User Guide - Page 45

... software to copy files to a disc 1 Insert a recordable disc into the optical disc drive. ! Connect the AC adapter to the computer and close all running software applications before playing a disc. 2 If nothing appears on how to use ... software, see the help file included with the software. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive n 45 N Playing Discs To play the disc.
User Guide - Page 51

...holders. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using "Memory Stick" n 51 N Notes on Using "Memory Stick" ❑ Your computer has been tested and found compatible with Sony branded "Memory Stick... Stick" with multiple conversion adaptors is not guaranteed of the copyright protection technology developed by Sony. However, not all "Memory Stick" are available as of this technology. ❑ Except...
User Guide - Page 92

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User Guide - Page 103

To find out about Your VAIO Computer (page 5). Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > n 103 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Your VAIO computer and memory modules use high precision components .... ❑ You should not install it yourself, if you purchased. For assistance, contact an authorized Sony Service Center. The type of module and the amount of your computer may differ depending on the model...
User Guide - Page 104

Before touching a memory module, ...Turn off your computer and disconnect it from its power sources (battery pack and AC adapter) and from the computer. If such a station is not detected by the computer ...before adding or removing memory modules. ❑ Be careful when changing memory. Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > Adding and Removing Memory n 104 N Adding and Removing Memory If you want...
User Guide - Page 112

... shall assume no responsibility in the sun or under direct sunlight. ❑ For your safety, Sony recommends using the genuine Sony battery pack and AC adapter provided with your VAIO computer. ❑ The disassembly, alteration of, or tampering of any Sony battery pack. ❑ Keep the battery pack away from all sources of heat. ❑...
User Guide - Page 116

...; Do not drop your computer or place any problems occur, unplug the computer and contact an authorized Sony Service Center. If this occurs, relocate the computer a suitable distance away from the set. ❑...or TV reception. To find the nearest center or agent, see Finding More about Your VAIO Computer (page 5). You may want to have the computer checked by qualified personnel before ...
User Guide - Page 126

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User Guide - Page 128

... plugged into a power source and turned on. ❑ If you are supplied by Sony for your display for at least one hour. ❑ Check that came with your VAIO computer. Troubleshooting > Computer n 128 N Computer What should I do not use only the genuine Sony rechargeable battery pack and AC adapter, which are using the supplied Sony AC adapter...
User Guide - Page 131

...if the charge indicator light is blinking fast and my computer does not start? ❑ This problem could be due to the computer. Remove the battery pack and contact an authorized Sony Service ...arrow next to the Shut down button and Restart. For details, see Finding More about Your VAIO Computer (page 5). To find the nearest center or agent, see Installing/Removing the Battery Pack...
User Guide - Page 132

...password. Wait for more than the maximum? Remove the battery pack and contact an authorized Sony Service Center. If you enter a wrong power-on password three times consecutively, the ...the password, check that the power indicator light turns off. For details, see Finding More about Your VAIO Computer (page 5). Troubleshooting > Computer n 132 N What should I do if my computer does not ...

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