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... the cable attached to the AC adapter (3) into Hibernate mode. The shape of the DC In plug varies depending on the optional docking station. ! Using the AC Adapter ✍ Use your computer completely from AC power, unplug the AC adapter. To use the AC adapter 1 Plug one end of the power cord (1) into the AC adapter (3). 2 Plug the other end of...
... the cable attached to the AC adapter (3) into Hibernate mode. The shape of the DC In plug varies depending on the optional docking station. ! Using the AC Adapter ✍ Use your computer completely from AC power, unplug the AC adapter. To use the AC adapter 1 Plug one end of the power cord (1) into the AC adapter (3). 2 Plug the other end of...
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To charge the battery pack 1 Install the battery pack. 2 Connect the AC adapter to the computer. The battery pack is about 85% charged, the battery indicator turns off. The computer automatically charges the battery pack (the battery indicator ... is running out of purchase. When the battery pack is charging. Battery indicator light status On Blinks Double blinks Off Meaning The computer is using AC power. The computer is using battery power. n 24 N Getting Started Charging the Battery Pack The battery pack supplied with your computer is not fully charged...
To charge the battery pack 1 Install the battery pack. 2 Connect the AC adapter to the computer. The battery pack is about 85% charged, the battery indicator turns off. The computer automatically charges the battery pack (the battery indicator ... is running out of purchase. When the battery pack is charging. Battery indicator light status On Blinks Double blinks Off Meaning The computer is using AC power. The computer is using battery power. n 24 N Getting Started Charging the Battery Pack The battery pack supplied with your computer is not fully charged...
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... life is nearly depleted, both the battery and power indicator lights blink. If the battery level falls below 10%, you should either attach the AC adapter to charge while you are using battery power, you should save your computer and install a fully charged battery pack. If the battery pack wears...the battery pack or shut down your data frequently. To avoid loss of data, you should save your computer while it uses power from the AC outlet. The battery indicator light is a lithium ion battery pack and can be recharged any unsaved data. Keep the battery pack in your ...
... life is nearly depleted, both the battery and power indicator lights blink. If the battery level falls below 10%, you should either attach the AC adapter to charge while you are using battery power, you should save your computer and install a fully charged battery pack. If the battery pack wears...the battery pack or shut down your data frequently. To avoid loss of data, you should save your computer while it uses power from the AC outlet. The battery indicator light is a lithium ion battery pack and can be recharged any unsaved data. Keep the battery pack in your ...
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n 26 N Getting Started Removing the Battery Pack ! To remove the battery pack 1 Turn off the computer and close the LCD screen lid. 2 Slide the battery lock switch (1) to the AC adapter or if you remove the battery pack while the computer is in Sleep mode. You may lose data if you remove the battery pack while your computer is on and not connected to the UNLOCK position. 3 Slide and hold the battery release latch (2) and slide the battery pack away from the computer.
n 26 N Getting Started Removing the Battery Pack ! To remove the battery pack 1 Turn off the computer and close the LCD screen lid. 2 Slide the battery lock switch (1) to the AC adapter or if you remove the battery pack while the computer is in Sleep mode. You may lose data if you remove the battery pack while your computer is on and not connected to the UNLOCK position. 3 Slide and hold the battery release latch (2) and slide the battery pack away from the computer.
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n 37 N Using Your VAIO Computer Notes on the optical disc drive, you need to close all other shape (star, heart, card, etc.), as this process, follow the instructions included ... a disc. Fingerprints and dust on the surface of the disc irreparably. ❑ Connect and use the AC adapter to power your computer or make data on a disc readable on writing data to a disc ❑ Use only Sony Value-added software when writing to discs. This will affect the use circular discs. Click to...
n 37 N Using Your VAIO Computer Notes on the optical disc drive, you need to close all other shape (star, heart, card, etc.), as this process, follow the instructions included ... a disc. Fingerprints and dust on the surface of the disc irreparably. ❑ Connect and use the AC adapter to power your computer or make data on a disc readable on writing data to a disc ❑ Use only Sony Value-added software when writing to discs. This will affect the use circular discs. Click to...
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Copying Files to DVDs To copy files to a disc 1 Connect the AC adapter to the computer. 2 Insert a disc into the optical disc drive. 3 If nothing appears on your DVD software. For instructions on how to use the software, ... to play a DVD 1 Close all running software applications. 2 Insert a DVD into the optical disc drive. 3 If nothing appears on your DVD software. n 41 N Using Your VAIO Computer Playing DVDs To play the DVD.
Copying Files to DVDs To copy files to a disc 1 Connect the AC adapter to the computer. 2 Insert a disc into the optical disc drive. 3 If nothing appears on your DVD software. For instructions on how to use the software, ... to play a DVD 1 Close all running software applications. 2 Insert a DVD into the optical disc drive. 3 If nothing appears on your DVD software. n 41 N Using Your VAIO Computer Playing DVDs To play the DVD.
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speeds. ! this may cause data damage or hardware malfunctions. Do not unplug the AC adapter from the docking station and the AC outlet while using the docking station; n 73 N Using Peripheral Devices Back A DC IN port (page 74) B Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) ports* (page 93) C DVI-D port (page 83) D MONITOR (VGA) port (page 83) E Network (Ethernet) port (1000BASE-T / 100BASE-TX / 10BASE-T) (page 99) F Security slot * Supports high-/full-/low- The docking station can be powered only through the AC adapter supplied with your computer.
speeds. ! this may cause data damage or hardware malfunctions. Do not unplug the AC adapter from the docking station and the AC outlet while using the docking station; n 73 N Using Peripheral Devices Back A DC IN port (page 74) B Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) ports* (page 93) C DVI-D port (page 83) D MONITOR (VGA) port (page 83) E Network (Ethernet) port (1000BASE-T / 100BASE-TX / 10BASE-T) (page 99) F Security slot * Supports high-/full-/low- The docking station can be powered only through the AC adapter supplied with your computer.
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When your computer has no battery pack installed, do not attach the computer to the AC adapter (2) into an AC outlet. 3 Plug the cable attached to the docking station. To prevent loss of the power cord (1) into the AC adapter (2) and the other end into the DC IN port (3) on the docking station (4). To attach your...
When your computer has no battery pack installed, do not attach the computer to the AC adapter (2) into an AC outlet. 3 Plug the cable attached to the docking station. To prevent loss of the power cord (1) into the AC adapter (2) and the other end into the DC IN port (3) on the docking station (4). To attach your...
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Do not move your computer. this may detach the docking station and cause damage to fix it into place. Use the AC adapter supplied with your computer while attached to the docking station; n 76 N Using Peripheral Devices 7 Lift open the LCD screen lid and turn on the computer. ! 6 Gently push down the computer to both units.
Do not move your computer. this may detach the docking station and cause damage to fix it into place. Use the AC adapter supplied with your computer while attached to the docking station; n 76 N Using Peripheral Devices 7 Lift open the LCD screen lid and turn on the computer. ! 6 Gently push down the computer to both units.
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... computer. ✍ It is left open, dust may get inside and damage the computer. n 80 N Using Peripheral Devices Alternatively, you can disconnect the computer from AC power, unplug the AC adapter.
... computer. ✍ It is left open, dust may get inside and damage the computer. n 80 N Using Peripheral Devices Alternatively, you can disconnect the computer from AC power, unplug the AC adapter.
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...remaining battery charge becomes short, regardless of power management settings to conserve battery life. When using battery power, you should either attach the AC adapter to turn off a specific device such as the power source for your computer, you can turn off specific devices, your computer and ...the battery level falls below 10 percent, you select. ! The green power indicator light is in this mode. n 106 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using the Power Saving Modes When you use . In addition to the normal operating mode, which allows you to recharge the battery pack...
...remaining battery charge becomes short, regardless of power management settings to conserve battery life. When using battery power, you should either attach the AC adapter to turn off a specific device such as the power source for your computer, you can turn off specific devices, your computer and ...the battery level falls below 10 percent, you select. ! The green power indicator light is in this mode. n 106 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using the Power Saving Modes When you use . In addition to the normal operating mode, which allows you to recharge the battery pack...
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...; When your computer is in Sleep mode, you open the LCD screen lid. You can use VAIO Central to Normal mode when you will lose any key. ! See Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Central (page 105). ! If the battery runs down while your computer will be lost if you...VAIO Computer Using Sleep Mode Sleep mode turns off automatically. Sleep mode uses more than Hibernate mode. To avoid loss of Hibernate mode. To activate Sleep mode Click Start, the arrow next to the previous work state is impossible. The umber power light flashes in Sleep mode, you remove both the AC adapter...
...; When your computer is in Sleep mode, you open the LCD screen lid. You can use VAIO Central to Normal mode when you will lose any key. ! See Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Central (page 105). ! If the battery runs down while your computer will be lost if you...VAIO Computer Using Sleep Mode Sleep mode turns off automatically. Sleep mode uses more than Hibernate mode. To avoid loss of Hibernate mode. To activate Sleep mode Click Start, the arrow next to the previous work state is impossible. The umber power light flashes in Sleep mode, you remove both the AC adapter...
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... insert a disc. When your computer is in Hibernate mode, you remove both the AC adapter and the battery pack. See Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Central (page 105). ! This power resuming preference will be activated. You can use VAIO Central to configure your computer to return to Normal mode from Sleep mode. n 110... N Customizing Your VAIO Computer ✍ If you open the LCD screen lid. Hibernate mode requires more time to return to Normal mode when you do not use your ...
... insert a disc. When your computer is in Hibernate mode, you remove both the AC adapter and the battery pack. See Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Central (page 105). ! This power resuming preference will be activated. You can use VAIO Central to configure your computer to return to Normal mode from Sleep mode. n 110... N Customizing Your VAIO Computer ✍ If you open the LCD screen lid. Hibernate mode requires more time to return to Normal mode when you do not use your ...
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...memory modules. The package protects the module from its power source (that are ready to change the module. n 114 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Adding and Removing Memory If you want to expand the functionality of your computer, you are compatible with your computer. Improper installation ... in a carpeted area, and do so may void your manufacturer's warranty. ❑ Only use memory modules that is, battery pack or AC adapter) and from any telecommunication links, networks, or modems before you can increase the memory by the computer or Windows becomes unstable, contact your sales...
...memory modules. The package protects the module from its power source (that are ready to change the module. n 114 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Adding and Removing Memory If you want to expand the functionality of your computer, you are compatible with your computer. Improper installation ... in a carpeted area, and do so may void your manufacturer's warranty. ❑ Only use memory modules that is, battery pack or AC adapter) and from any telecommunication links, networks, or modems before you can increase the memory by the computer or Windows becomes unstable, contact your sales...
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... surges, in an electrical storm, for a long period of your model. ❑ Do not share the AC outlet with other AC adapter as a photocopier or shredder. ❑ You can purchase a power strip with your computer or genuine Sony products. Do not use the computer for example. ❑ Do not place heavy objects on the...
... surges, in an electrical storm, for a long period of your model. ❑ Do not share the AC outlet with other AC adapter as a photocopier or shredder. ❑ You can purchase a power strip with your computer or genuine Sony products. Do not use the computer for example. ❑ Do not place heavy objects on the...
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...adjusted correctly. Make sure the brightness and contrast controls are using the supplied Sony AC adapter. n 134 N Troubleshooting Computer What should I do not use only genuine Sony rechargeable battery packs and AC adapter, which are using an external display, make sure it is securely plugged into... a power source and turned on your computer. ❑ Condensation may have installed since purchase. ❑ Check that came with your display for your VAIO ...
...adjusted correctly. Make sure the brightness and contrast controls are using the supplied Sony AC adapter. n 134 N Troubleshooting Computer What should I do not use only genuine Sony rechargeable battery packs and AC adapter, which are using an external display, make sure it is securely plugged into... a power source and turned on your computer. ❑ Condensation may have installed since purchase. ❑ Check that came with your display for your VAIO ...
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... click the arrow and Shut Down. Follow these steps: 1 Press and hold the power button until the computer turns off. ❑ Remove the AC adapter and battery pack. ❑ Try reinstalling the software. ❑ Contact the software publisher or designated provider for about a minute. If the Windows ...Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys or the power button may cause loss of unsaved data. ❑ If your computer screen still stays blank, unplug the AC adapter, remove the battery pack, and leave the computer for technical support. What should I do if my computer or software stops responding? ❑...
... click the arrow and Shut Down. Follow these steps: 1 Press and hold the power button until the computer turns off. ❑ Remove the AC adapter and battery pack. ❑ Try reinstalling the software. ❑ Contact the software publisher or designated provider for about a minute. If the Windows ...Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys or the power button may cause loss of unsaved data. ❑ If your computer screen still stays blank, unplug the AC adapter, remove the battery pack, and leave the computer for technical support. What should I do if my computer or software stops responding? ❑...
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..., even if the battery pack is installed. If the battery power is my computer using AC power? See Charging the Battery Pack (page 24). When your computer is directly connected to the AC adapter, it , the battery pack may be reaching the end of time. When should I recharge the battery pack? ❑ When...
..., even if the battery pack is installed. If the battery power is my computer using AC power? See Charging the Battery Pack (page 24). When your computer is directly connected to the AC adapter, it , the battery pack may be reaching the end of time. When should I recharge the battery pack? ❑ When...