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... ...6 Documentation ...6 Ergonomic Considerations ...9 Getting Started ...11 Locating Controls and Ports...12 About the Indicator Lights ...25 Connecting a Power Source ...27 Using the Battery Pack ...29 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely ...34 Using Your VAIO Computer ...35 Using the Keyboard ...36 Using the Touch Pad ...38 Using Special-function Buttons ...39 Using the...
... ...6 Documentation ...6 Ergonomic Considerations ...9 Getting Started ...11 Locating Controls and Ports...12 About the Indicator Lights ...25 Connecting a Power Source ...27 Using the Battery Pack ...29 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely ...34 Using Your VAIO Computer ...35 Using the Keyboard ...36 Using the Touch Pad ...38 Using Special-function Buttons ...39 Using the...
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... Bus (USB) Device...129 Connecting a Printer ...132 Connecting an i.LINK Device ...133 Connecting to a Network (LAN) ...135 Customizing Your VAIO Computer ...137 Setting the Password ...138 Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Central ...141 Using the Power Saving Modes ...142 Managing Power with VAIO Power Management ...146 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer...148 Adding and Removing Memory...149
... Bus (USB) Device...129 Connecting a Printer ...132 Connecting an i.LINK Device ...133 Connecting to a Network (LAN) ...135 Customizing Your VAIO Computer ...137 Setting the Password ...138 Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Central ...141 Using the Power Saving Modes ...142 Managing Power with VAIO Power Management ...146 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer...148 Adding and Removing Memory...149
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n4 N Precautions ...157 On Handling the LCD Screen ...158 On Using the Power Source ...159 On Handling Your Computer...160 On Using the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...162 On Handling Floppy Disks ...162 On Handling Discs ...163 ...
n4 N Precautions ...157 On Handling the LCD Screen ...158 On Using the Power Source ...159 On Handling Your Computer...160 On Using the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...162 On Handling Floppy Disks ...162 On Handling Discs ...163 ...
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..., and so on) at a time, following the manufacturer's instructions. ❑ Locating Controls and Ports (page 12) ❑ About the Indicator Lights (page 25) ❑ Connecting a Power Source (page 27) ❑ Using the Battery Pack (page 29) ❑ Shutting Down Your Computer Safely (page 34) Make sure to get started with using... system. n 11 N Getting Started Getting Started This section describes how to start up your computer with only the supplied accessories connected and set up your VAIO computer. !
..., and so on) at a time, following the manufacturer's instructions. ❑ Locating Controls and Ports (page 12) ❑ About the Indicator Lights (page 25) ❑ Connecting a Power Source (page 27) ❑ Using the Battery Pack (page 29) ❑ Shutting Down Your Computer Safely (page 34) Make sure to get started with using... system. n 11 N Getting Started Getting Started This section describes how to start up your computer with only the supplied accessories connected and set up your VAIO computer. !
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VGN-FE800 Series Models Front n 13 N Getting Started A Built-in MOTION EYE camera (page 41) B Built-in MOTION EYE camera indicator (page 25) C LCD screen (page ... high speed and high capacity capabilities. L Headphones jack (page 114) M Microphone jack (page 128) N Built-in speakers (stereo) E Keyboard (page 36) F Touch pad (page 38) G Power indicator (page 25) H Battery indicator (page 25) I Hard disk drive indicator (page 25) J Memory Stick Duo/PRO Duo media indicator (page 25) K LCD screen lid...
VGN-FE800 Series Models Front n 13 N Getting Started A Built-in MOTION EYE camera (page 41) B Built-in MOTION EYE camera indicator (page 25) C LCD screen (page ... high speed and high capacity capabilities. L Headphones jack (page 114) M Microphone jack (page 128) N Built-in speakers (stereo) E Keyboard (page 36) F Touch pad (page 38) G Power indicator (page 25) H Battery indicator (page 25) I Hard disk drive indicator (page 25) J Memory Stick Duo/PRO Duo media indicator (page 25) K LCD screen lid...
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N Built-in speakers (stereo) F VAIO logo lamp (page 39) G Power button / Power indicator (page 25) H Touch pad (page 38) I Power indicator (page 25) J Battery indicator (page 25) K Hard disk drive indicator (page 25) L Memory Stick PRO/Duo media indicator (page 25) M LCD screen ...lid LOCK/RELEASE switch Make sure to slide this switch to the LOCK position before moving your computer. VGN-AR300 Series Models Front n 19...
N Built-in speakers (stereo) F VAIO logo lamp (page 39) G Power button / Power indicator (page 25) H Touch pad (page 38) I Power indicator (page 25) J Battery indicator (page 25) K Hard disk drive indicator (page 25) L Memory Stick PRO/Duo media indicator (page 25) M LCD screen ...lid LOCK/RELEASE switch Make sure to slide this switch to the LOCK position before moving your computer. VGN-AR300 Series Models Front n 19...
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... computer is on .) When the indicator is off, the Memory Stick media is read from or written to the optical disc. SD memory card (VGN-AR300 Series only) Illuminates when data is read from or written to the Memory Stick media in the Memory Stick Duo/PRO Duo slot or... this indicator is turned off. n 25 N Getting Started About the Indicator Lights Your computer is in Hibernate mode or off. Indicator Functions Power 1 Illuminates when the power of power, and double-blinks when the battery pack is not being used . Normal typing resumes when the Caps lock indicator is off when the...
... computer is on .) When the indicator is off, the Memory Stick media is read from or written to the optical disc. SD memory card (VGN-AR300 Series only) Illuminates when data is read from or written to the Memory Stick media in the Memory Stick Duo/PRO Duo slot or... this indicator is turned off. n 25 N Getting Started About the Indicator Lights Your computer is in Hibernate mode or off. Indicator Functions Power 1 Illuminates when the power of power, and double-blinks when the battery pack is not being used . Normal typing resumes when the Caps lock indicator is off when the...
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... for your computer only with the supplied AC adapter. The shape of the power cord into an AC outlet (2). 3 Plug the cable attached to the AC adapter (3) into the AC adapter (3). 2 Plug the other end of the DC In ...plug varies depending on the optional multi function bay docking station. ! n 27 N Getting Started Connecting a Power Source You can use the AC adapter 1 Plug one end of the power cord (1) into the DC IN port (4) on the computer or on the AC adapter. Using the AC Adapter ✍...
... for your computer only with the supplied AC adapter. The shape of the power cord into an AC outlet (2). 3 Plug the cable attached to the AC adapter (3) into the AC adapter (3). 2 Plug the other end of the DC In ...plug varies depending on the optional multi function bay docking station. ! n 27 N Getting Started Connecting a Power Source You can use the AC adapter 1 Plug one end of the power cord (1) into the DC IN port (4) on the computer or on the AC adapter. Using the AC Adapter ✍...
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This power saving mode saves the time of time, place the computer into Hibernate mode. See Using Hibernate Mode (page 145). If you do not use your computer completely from AC power, unplug the AC adapter. Make sure that the AC outlet is easily accessible. n 28 N Getting Started ✍ To disconnect your computer for a long period of shutting down or resuming.
This power saving mode saves the time of time, place the computer into Hibernate mode. See Using Hibernate Mode (page 145). If you do not use your computer completely from AC power, unplug the AC adapter. Make sure that the AC outlet is easily accessible. n 28 N Getting Started ✍ To disconnect your computer for a long period of shutting down or resuming.
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n 30 N Getting Started This computer is directly connected to operate only with genuine Sony batteries. ✍ When your computer is designed to AC power and has a battery pack installed, it uses power from the AC outlet. !
n 30 N Getting Started This computer is directly connected to operate only with genuine Sony batteries. ✍ When your computer is designed to AC power and has a battery pack installed, it uses power from the AC outlet. !
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...is about 85% charged, the battery indicator turns off. Battery indicator light status On Blinks Double blinks Off Meaning The computer is using AC power. The battery pack is running out of purchase. When the battery pack is charging. The computer automatically charges the battery pack (the battery indicator... light flashes in a double blink pattern as the battery pack charges). The computer is using battery power. n 31 N Getting Started Charging the Battery Pack The battery pack supplied with your computer is not fully charged at the time of...
...is about 85% charged, the battery indicator turns off. Battery indicator light status On Blinks Double blinks Off Meaning The computer is using AC power. The battery pack is running out of purchase. When the battery pack is charging. The computer automatically charges the battery pack (the battery indicator... light flashes in a double blink pattern as the battery pack charges). The computer is using battery power. n 31 N Getting Started Charging the Battery Pack The battery pack supplied with your computer is not fully charged at the time of...
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...%, you will lose any time. The battery indicator light is on while you are using battery power, you should save your data frequently and manually activate a power management mode, such as a power source. Keep the battery pack in your computer is directly connected to charge while you use the... 32 N Getting Started ✍ When the battery pack is running out of data when using the computer. When your computer while it uses power from the AC outlet. The battery pack supplied with your computer may not enter Hibernate mode even when battery life is a lithium ion battery ...
...%, you will lose any time. The battery indicator light is on while you are using battery power, you should save your data frequently and manually activate a power management mode, such as a power source. Keep the battery pack in your computer is directly connected to charge while you use the... 32 N Getting Started ✍ When the battery pack is running out of data when using the computer. When your computer while it uses power from the AC outlet. The battery pack supplied with your computer may not enter Hibernate mode even when battery life is a lithium ion battery ...
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The power indicator light turns off automatically. To shut down your computer 1 Turn off any peripherals connected to the computer. 2 Click Start, the arrow next to the Lock button, and Shut Down. 3 Respond to any prompts warning you to save documents or to consider other users and wait for the computer to turn off . n 34 N Getting Started Shutting Down Your Computer Safely To avoid losing unsaved data, be sure to shut down your computer properly, as described below.
The power indicator light turns off automatically. To shut down your computer 1 Turn off any peripherals connected to the computer. 2 Click Start, the arrow next to the Lock button, and Shut Down. 3 Respond to any prompts warning you to save documents or to consider other users and wait for the computer to turn off . n 34 N Getting Started Shutting Down Your Computer Safely To avoid losing unsaved data, be sure to shut down your computer properly, as described below.
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For details on the power. Combinations/Feature Fn + (F12): Hibernate n 37 N Using Your VAIO Computer Functions Provides for the lowest level of the system and the peripheral devices are written to turn on power management, see Using the Power Saving Modes (page 142). To return the system to its original state, use the power button to the hard disk and the system power is turned off. When you execute this command, the states of power consumption.
For details on the power. Combinations/Feature Fn + (F12): Hibernate n 37 N Using Your VAIO Computer Functions Provides for the lowest level of the system and the peripheral devices are written to turn on power management, see Using the Power Saving Modes (page 142). To return the system to its original state, use the power button to the hard disk and the system power is turned off. When you execute this command, the states of power consumption.
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...DVD program. Note that the substitute drive eject button is disabled when the optical disc drive is not powered. Insert your Recovery Disc into place. 4 Close the tray by VAIO Power Management, it in a power saving mode (Sleep or Hibernate). Doing so may cause the computer to malfunction. ✍ If you... optical disc drive. See Locating Controls and Ports (page 12). 1 Turn on the optical disc drive. The tray slides out. ✍ On VGN-AR300 Series models: If the disc drive eject button does not work, try the substitute drive eject button on the computer. 2 Press the drive ...
...DVD program. Note that the substitute drive eject button is disabled when the optical disc drive is not powered. Insert your Recovery Disc into place. 4 Close the tray by VAIO Power Management, it in a power saving mode (Sleep or Hibernate). Doing so may cause the computer to malfunction. ✍ If you... optical disc drive. See Locating Controls and Ports (page 12). 1 Turn on the optical disc drive. The tray slides out. ✍ On VGN-AR300 Series models: If the disc drive eject button does not work, try the substitute drive eject button on the computer. 2 Press the drive ...
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...use the same CD burning software to add data to the same disc. Use of a disc may cause writing errors. ❑ Do not switch power modes while using the preinstalled software and while using your computer or make data on a disc readable on the optical disc drive, you exit and...10065; Never affix an adhesive label to burn discs, make sure you need to CD/DVD media. (e.g. n 46 N Using Your VAIO Computer Notes on writing data to a disc ❑ Use only Sony Value-added software when writing to close all other shape (star, heart, card, etc.), as this process, follow the instructions...
...use the same CD burning software to add data to the same disc. Use of a disc may cause writing errors. ❑ Do not switch power modes while using the preinstalled software and while using your computer or make data on a disc readable on the optical disc drive, you exit and...10065; Never affix an adhesive label to burn discs, make sure you need to CD/DVD media. (e.g. n 46 N Using Your VAIO Computer Notes on writing data to a disc ❑ Use only Sony Value-added software when writing to close all other shape (star, heart, card, etc.), as this process, follow the instructions...
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... count. You can change the DVD region code while the WinDVD or WinDVD BD software is permanently assigned and you will not be able to power saving modes while your computer. ! When you have audio devices connected, this may damage your computer does not reset this number, the drive's DVD...playing a disc. ❑ Some discs recorded at 20 or 24 bits may not be able to make the new setting effective. n 47 N Using Your VAIO Computer Notes on what type of player you can play the disc. Reconfiguring your hearing and the speakers. Reduce the volume before playing a DVD. ❑...
... count. You can change the DVD region code while the WinDVD or WinDVD BD software is permanently assigned and you will not be able to power saving modes while your computer. ! When you have audio devices connected, this may damage your computer does not reset this number, the drive's DVD...playing a disc. ❑ Some discs recorded at 20 or 24 bits may not be able to make the new setting effective. n 47 N Using Your VAIO Computer Notes on what type of player you can play the disc. Reconfiguring your hearing and the speakers. Reduce the volume before playing a DVD. ❑...
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... of antenna system in terrestrial mode (Option 1) 1 Connect one end of another TV coaxial cable (5) to reduce reception interference. n 55 N Using Your VAIO Computer Connecting to a standard antenna You can connect your computer to an indoor/outdoor antenna system, using Option 1 or Option 2 from other... power sources or connectors to the feed connector (4). Depending on the computer. To connect in your home, your antenna outlet (2). Connect the ...
... of antenna system in terrestrial mode (Option 1) 1 Connect one end of another TV coaxial cable (5) to reduce reception interference. n 55 N Using Your VAIO Computer Connecting to a standard antenna You can connect your computer to an indoor/outdoor antenna system, using Option 1 or Option 2 from other... power sources or connectors to the feed connector (4). Depending on the computer. To connect in your home, your antenna outlet (2). Connect the ...
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K Start button Press to open applications. I APPLICATION CLOSE button Press to reduce power consumption. M Directional arrow buttons Press the M, m, H APPLICATION SELECT button Press to switch among open the Media Center Start menu. L More button Press to view ...same as the Alt+Tab keys. J Standby button Press to place the computer into Sleep mode to close the active application window. n 63 N Using Your VAIO Computer E Guide button Press to view the TV program guide for Media Center features. F Alphanumeric buttons Press to select specific channels or enter text. (Press...
K Start button Press to open applications. I APPLICATION CLOSE button Press to reduce power consumption. M Directional arrow buttons Press the M, m, H APPLICATION SELECT button Press to switch among open the Media Center Start menu. L More button Press to view ...same as the Alt+Tab keys. J Standby button Press to place the computer into Sleep mode to close the active application window. n 63 N Using Your VAIO Computer E Guide button Press to view the TV program guide for Media Center features. F Alphanumeric buttons Press to select specific channels or enter text. (Press...
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... switch to your system to protect against debris entering the slot when not using a PC Card. It may enter Sleep mode. n 69 N Using Your VAIO Computer ! Restarting will restore the original state of your PC Card for more information. Before moving your computer may find that came with your computer.... Make sure you may not enter Hibernate power management mode. While the card is inserted, you use the most recent software driver provided by the PC Card manufacturer.
... switch to your system to protect against debris entering the slot when not using a PC Card. It may enter Sleep mode. n 69 N Using Your VAIO Computer ! Restarting will restore the original state of your PC Card for more information. Before moving your computer may find that came with your computer.... Make sure you may not enter Hibernate power management mode. While the card is inserted, you use the most recent software driver provided by the PC Card manufacturer.