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... ...11 Getting Started ...13 Locating Controls and Ports...14 About the Indicator Lights ...21 Connecting a Power Source ...23 Using the Battery Pack ...24 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely ...29 Using Your VAIO Computer ...30 Using the Keyboard ...31 Using the Touch Pad ...33 Using Special-function Buttons ...34 Using the Built-in...
... ...11 Getting Started ...13 Locating Controls and Ports...14 About the Indicator Lights ...21 Connecting a Power Source ...23 Using the Battery Pack ...24 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely ...29 Using Your VAIO Computer ...30 Using the Keyboard ...31 Using the Touch Pad ...33 Using Special-function Buttons ...34 Using the Built-in...
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Getting Started This section describes how to get started using your VAIO computer. ❑ Locating Controls and Ports (page 14) ❑ About the Indicator Lights (page 21) ❑ Connecting a Power Source (page 23) ❑ Using the Battery Pack (page 24) ❑ Shutting Down Your Computer Safely (page 29) n 13 N Getting Started
Getting Started This section describes how to get started using your VAIO computer. ❑ Locating Controls and Ports (page 14) ❑ About the Indicator Lights (page 21) ❑ Connecting a Power Source (page 23) ❑ Using the Battery Pack (page 24) ❑ Shutting Down Your Computer Safely (page 29) n 13 N Getting Started
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...❑ To make data on a disc readable on your computer, to write data to a disc. n 42 N Using Your VAIO Computer Notes on writing data to a disc ❑ Use only Sony recommended software, which is at least 50 percent charged. ❑ Make sure you use the same disc burning software to... software for additional data burning may cause your computer to malfunction. ❑ When using your software application to burn discs, make sure your battery pack is preinstalled on the optical disc drive, you need to close all other applications. ❑ Do not switch to power saving modes ...
...❑ To make data on a disc readable on your computer, to write data to a disc. n 42 N Using Your VAIO Computer Notes on writing data to a disc ❑ Use only Sony recommended software, which is at least 50 percent charged. ❑ Make sure you use the same disc burning software to... software for additional data burning may cause your computer to malfunction. ❑ When using your software application to burn discs, make sure your battery pack is preinstalled on the optical disc drive, you need to close all other applications. ❑ Do not switch to power saving modes ...
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To insert batteries 1 Turn the remote commander over. 2 Slightly push down the dented area (1), slide the battery cover in the direction of the arrow, and remove the cover. n 50 N Using Your VAIO Computer Before you use the remote commander Before using the remote commander, you need to insert the supplied AA manganese batteries to enable communication between the computer and the remote commander.
To insert batteries 1 Turn the remote commander over. 2 Slightly push down the dented area (1), slide the battery cover in the direction of the arrow, and remove the cover. n 50 N Using Your VAIO Computer Before you use the remote commander Before using the remote commander, you need to insert the supplied AA manganese batteries to enable communication between the computer and the remote commander.
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When the remote commander is not going to be used for an extended period of the arrow illustrated above until the cover clicks into the remote commander. n 51 N Using Your VAIO Computer 4 Put the battery cover back on the remote commander and slide it in the reverse direction of time, remove the batteries to replace the batteries. 3 Insert the supplied two AA batteries into place. ✍ If the remote commander does not operate properly, you may need to avoid possible damage from battery leakage.
When the remote commander is not going to be used for an extended period of the arrow illustrated above until the cover clicks into the remote commander. n 51 N Using Your VAIO Computer 4 Put the battery cover back on the remote commander and slide it in the reverse direction of time, remove the batteries to replace the batteries. 3 Insert the supplied two AA batteries into place. ✍ If the remote commander does not operate properly, you may need to avoid possible damage from battery leakage.
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... it is in this mode. n 109 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using the Power Saving Modes When you use . Using Normal Mode This is on in use a battery pack as the LCD screen or the hard disk drive. If the battery level falls below 10 percent, you should be aware that... management setting you can turn off specific devices, your computer and install a fully charged battery pack. The green power indicator light is the normal state of the power management settings to recharge the battery pack or shut down your computer has two distinct power saving modes: Sleep and Hibernate....
... it is in this mode. n 109 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using the Power Saving Modes When you use . Using Normal Mode This is on in use a battery pack as the LCD screen or the hard disk drive. If the battery level falls below 10 percent, you should be aware that... management setting you can turn off specific devices, your computer and install a fully charged battery pack. The green power indicator light is the normal state of the power management settings to recharge the battery pack or shut down your computer has two distinct power saving modes: Sleep and Hibernate....
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... on the remote commander to the Lock button, and Sleep. ✍ When your data frequently. To avoid loss of time while it off. If the battery runs down while your computer is in Sleep mode, you do not use your computer will turn it is impossible. If you will lose any... unsaved data. n 110 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using Sleep Mode Sleep mode turns off the LCD screen and places the storage device(s) and the CPU into Hibernate mode or turn off...
... on the remote commander to the Lock button, and Sleep. ✍ When your data frequently. To avoid loss of time while it off. If the battery runs down while your computer is in Sleep mode, you do not use your computer will turn it is impossible. If you will lose any... unsaved data. n 110 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using Sleep Mode Sleep mode turns off the LCD screen and places the storage device(s) and the CPU into Hibernate mode or turn off...
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...more time than Sleep mode. ! Alternatively, you can click Start, the arrow next to the Lock button, and Hibernate to be lost. Even when the battery runs down or resuming. The power indicator light is off in Hibernate mode, you cannot insert a disc. To activate Hibernate mode Press the Fn+F12... mode to place the computer into Hibernate mode. Do not move your computer is turned off . The computer enters Hibernate mode. n 112 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using Hibernate Mode In Hibernate mode, the state of the system is saved on the hard disk drive and power is in this mode...
...more time than Sleep mode. ! Alternatively, you can click Start, the arrow next to the Lock button, and Hibernate to be lost. Even when the battery runs down or resuming. The power indicator light is off in Hibernate mode, you cannot insert a disc. To activate Hibernate mode Press the Fn+F12... mode to place the computer into Hibernate mode. Do not move your computer is turned off . The computer enters Hibernate mode. n 112 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using Hibernate Mode In Hibernate mode, the state of the system is saved on the hard disk drive and power is in this mode...
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... management helps you set up power schemes for running on AC power or batteries to suit your computer and longer battery life. VAIO Power Management is a software application developed exclusively for power consumption. To restore the default settings 1 On the VAIO Power Management tab, click Advanced. With this icon to the Windows Power Options...
... management helps you set up power schemes for running on AC power or batteries to suit your computer and longer battery life. VAIO Power Management is a software application developed exclusively for power consumption. To restore the default settings 1 On the VAIO Power Management tab, click Advanced. With this icon to the Windows Power Options...
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... injury or equipment damage. ❑ ESD can damage memory modules and other components. Install the memory module only at an ESD workstation. n 119 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Adding and Removing Memory If you want to expand the functionality of your computer, you are compatible with your system. Notes on adding/removing... you remove any telecommunication links, networks, or modems before you can damage electronic components. Ground yourself by installing optional memory modules. If a memory module is , battery pack or AC adapter) and from any cover or panel from ESD.
... injury or equipment damage. ❑ ESD can damage memory modules and other components. Install the memory module only at an ESD workstation. n 119 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Adding and Removing Memory If you want to expand the functionality of your computer, you are compatible with your system. Notes on adding/removing... you remove any telecommunication links, networks, or modems before you can damage electronic components. Ground yourself by installing optional memory modules. If a memory module is , battery pack or AC adapter) and from any cover or panel from ESD.
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.... ❑ Make sure that the memory module tilts up and then pull it out in the direction of the arrow (2). n 121 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Removing and Installing a Memory Module To change or add a memory module 1 Shut down the computer and disconnect all peripheral devices. 2 Unplug the ...computer and remove the battery pack. 3 Wait until the computer cools down. 4 Unscrew the screw (indicated by the arrow below) on the bottom of the computer and remove the...
.... ❑ Make sure that the memory module tilts up and then pull it out in the direction of the arrow (2). n 121 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Removing and Installing a Memory Module To change or add a memory module 1 Shut down the computer and disconnect all peripheral devices. 2 Unplug the ...computer and remove the battery pack. 3 Wait until the computer cools down. 4 Unscrew the screw (indicated by the arrow below) on the bottom of the computer and remove the...
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... on the module with the small projection in until it to the slot that is closer to the back of your computer. n 122 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 7 Remove the new memory module from its packaging. 8 Slide the memory module into the memory module slot and push it in the open slot.... 9 Replace the memory module compartment cover. 10 Tighten the screw on the bottom of the computer. 11 Reinstall the battery pack and turn on the computer. If you use only one memory module, make sure to insert it clicks into the slot while aligning the...
... on the module with the small projection in until it to the slot that is closer to the back of your computer. n 122 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 7 Remove the new memory module from its packaging. 8 Slide the memory module into the memory module slot and push it in the open slot.... 9 Replace the memory module compartment cover. 10 Tighten the screw on the bottom of the computer. 11 Reinstall the battery pack and turn on the computer. If you use only one memory module, make sure to insert it clicks into the slot while aligning the...
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n 124 N Precautions Precautions This section describes safety guidelines and precautions to help you protect your VAIO computer from potential damage. ❑ On Handling the LCD Screen (page 125) ❑ On Using the Power Source (page 126) ❑ On Handling Your Computer (... the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera (page 129) ❑ On Handling Floppy Disks (page 129) ❑ On Handling Discs (page 130) ❑ On Using the Battery Pack (page 131) ❑ On Using Headphones (page 132) ❑ On Handling Memory Stick Media (page 133) ❑ On Handling the Hard Disk (page 134...
n 124 N Precautions Precautions This section describes safety guidelines and precautions to help you protect your VAIO computer from potential damage. ❑ On Handling the LCD Screen (page 125) ❑ On Using the Power Source (page 126) ❑ On Handling Your Computer (... the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera (page 129) ❑ On Handling Floppy Disks (page 129) ❑ On Handling Discs (page 130) ❑ On Using the Battery Pack (page 131) ❑ On Using Headphones (page 132) ❑ On Handling Memory Stick Media (page 133) ❑ On Handling the Hard Disk (page 134...
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Try these suggestions before contacting VAIO-Link. ❑ Computer (page 138) ❑ System Security (page 144) ❑ Battery (page 145) ❑ Built-in MOTION EYE Camera (page 147) ❑ Internet (page 150) ❑ Networking (page 152) ❑ Bluetooth Technology (page 155) ❑ Optical ... Cards (page 176) ❑ Audio/Video (page 178) n 136 N Troubleshooting Troubleshooting This section describes how to solve common problems you might encounter when using your VAIO computer. Many problems have simple solutions.
Try these suggestions before contacting VAIO-Link. ❑ Computer (page 138) ❑ System Security (page 144) ❑ Battery (page 145) ❑ Built-in MOTION EYE Camera (page 147) ❑ Internet (page 150) ❑ Networking (page 152) ❑ Bluetooth Technology (page 155) ❑ Optical ... Cards (page 176) ❑ Audio/Video (page 178) n 136 N Troubleshooting Troubleshooting This section describes how to solve common problems you might encounter when using your VAIO computer. Many problems have simple solutions.
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...turned on . If this occurs, do if my computer does not start? ❑ Make sure your VAIO computer. n 138 N Troubleshooting Computer What should I do not use only the genuine Sony rechargeable battery pack and AC adapter, which are using an external display, make sure it is empty. ❑ ...If your computer to malfunction. Make sure the power indicator shows the power is on. ❑ Make sure the battery pack is installed properly and ...
...turned on . If this occurs, do if my computer does not start? ❑ Make sure your VAIO computer. n 138 N Troubleshooting Computer What should I do not use only the genuine Sony rechargeable battery pack and AC adapter, which are using an external display, make sure it is empty. ❑ ...If your computer to malfunction. Make sure the power indicator shows the power is on. ❑ Make sure the battery pack is installed properly and ...
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... the bottom of the screen, follow these steps: 1 Press and hold the power button for about a minute. Your computer restarts. If this occurs frequently, contact VAIO-Link. What should I do if a BIOS error appears when I do if the power indicator (Green) lights but my screen stays blank? Then reinstall the..., plug in the AC adapter, and turn on your computer again. 2 If your computer screen still stays blank, unplug the AC adapter, remove the battery pack, and leave the computer for more than four seconds to select the Exit tab, and then press the F9 key. Then turn on the ...
... the bottom of the screen, follow these steps: 1 Press and hold the power button for about a minute. Your computer restarts. If this occurs frequently, contact VAIO-Link. What should I do if a BIOS error appears when I do if the power indicator (Green) lights but my screen stays blank? Then reinstall the..., plug in the AC adapter, and turn on your computer again. 2 If your computer screen still stays blank, unplug the AC adapter, remove the battery pack, and leave the computer for more than four seconds to select the Exit tab, and then press the F9 key. Then turn on the ...
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... turns off your computer does not restart, press the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys and click the arrow next to the computer again. Remove the battery pack and contact VAIO-Link. Your computer may cause loss of unsaved data. To restore your computer to normal operating stability 1 Close all open programs. 2 Click Start...
... turns off your computer does not restart, press the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys and click the arrow next to the computer again. Remove the battery pack and contact VAIO-Link. Your computer may cause loss of unsaved data. To restore your computer to normal operating stability 1 Close all open programs. 2 Click Start...
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... may display the CPU's current speed instead of the maximum speed. To resolve this symptom, turn off your computer and remove the battery pack. If you enter a wrong power-on password three times consecutively again, the System Disabled message appears and Windows will not start...Hibernate mode? ❑ This symptom could be due to the computer again. n 142 N Troubleshooting What should I start . Remove the battery pack and contact VAIO-Link. If you enter a wrong power-on password three times consecutively, the Enter Onetime Password message appears. Press and hold the power...
... may display the CPU's current speed instead of the maximum speed. To resolve this symptom, turn off your computer and remove the battery pack. If you enter a wrong power-on password three times consecutively again, the System Disabled message appears and Windows will not start...Hibernate mode? ❑ This symptom could be due to the computer again. n 142 N Troubleshooting What should I start . Remove the battery pack and contact VAIO-Link. If you enter a wrong power-on password three times consecutively, the Enter Onetime Password message appears. Press and hold the power...
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... a trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the U.S. Sun Java VM is a trademark of Google. n 186 N Support Options Trademarks Sony, Battery Checker, Click to DVD, Click to designate that a product contains an IEEE 1394 connection. Blu-ray Disc™ and the...Google Desktop Search, Google Earth and Google Picasa are trademarks of Sony used only to DVD BD, DVgate Plus, SonicStage CP, SonicStage Mastering Studio, VAIO Control Center, VAIO Edit Components, VAIO Media, VAIO Power Management, VAIO Power Management Viewer, My Club VAIO, VAIO Update, "Memory Stick," , and , , , "MagicGate...
... a trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the U.S. Sun Java VM is a trademark of Google. n 186 N Support Options Trademarks Sony, Battery Checker, Click to DVD, Click to designate that a product contains an IEEE 1394 connection. Blu-ray Disc™ and the...Google Desktop Search, Google Earth and Google Picasa are trademarks of Sony used only to DVD BD, DVgate Plus, SonicStage CP, SonicStage Mastering Studio, VAIO Control Center, VAIO Edit Components, VAIO Media, VAIO Power Management, VAIO Power Management Viewer, My Club VAIO, VAIO Update, "Memory Stick," , and , , , "MagicGate...