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... ...11 Getting Started ...13 Locating Controls and Ports...14 About the Indicator Lights ...20 Connecting a Power Source ...22 Using the Battery Pack ...23 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely ...28 Using Your VAIO Computer ...29 Using the Keyboard ...30 Using the Touch Pad ...31 Using Special-function Buttons ...32 Using the Built-in...
... ...11 Getting Started ...13 Locating Controls and Ports...14 About the Indicator Lights ...20 Connecting a Power Source ...22 Using the Battery Pack ...23 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely ...28 Using Your VAIO Computer ...29 Using the Keyboard ...30 Using the Touch Pad ...31 Using Special-function Buttons ...32 Using the Built-in...
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... and set up your system. n 13 N Getting Started Getting Started This section describes how to start up your computer with your computer. Before starting your VAIO computer. ! Be sure to get started using your computer for example, a printer, an external hard disk drive, a scanner, and so on) at a time, following the... manufacturers' instructions. ❑ Locating Controls and Ports (page 14) ❑ About the Indicator Lights (page 20) ❑ Connecting a Power Source (page 22) ❑ Using the Battery Pack (page 23) ❑ Shutting Down Your Computer Safely (page 28)
... and set up your system. n 13 N Getting Started Getting Started This section describes how to start up your computer with your computer. Before starting your VAIO computer. ! Be sure to get started using your computer for example, a printer, an external hard disk drive, a scanner, and so on) at a time, following the... manufacturers' instructions. ❑ Locating Controls and Ports (page 14) ❑ About the Indicator Lights (page 20) ❑ Connecting a Power Source (page 22) ❑ Using the Battery Pack (page 23) ❑ Shutting Down Your Computer Safely (page 28)
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The VAIO Control Center window appears. 2 Double-click Power Management and Battery Care Function. 3 Click to reduce battery degradation. 1 Click Start, All Programs, and VAIO Control Center. n 26 N Getting Started To use the battery care function You can select your desired maximum charge level with the battery care function to select the Enable Battery Care Function check box. 4 Select the desired maximum charge level. 5 Click OK.
The VAIO Control Center window appears. 2 Double-click Power Management and Battery Care Function. 3 Click to reduce battery degradation. 1 Click Start, All Programs, and VAIO Control Center. n 26 N Getting Started To use the battery care function You can select your desired maximum charge level with the battery care function to select the Enable Battery Care Function check box. 4 Select the desired maximum charge level. 5 Click OK.
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...10065; Do not place your computer into either of different disc burning software for additional data burning may result. ❑ To make sure your battery pack is preinstalled on your software application to burn discs, make sure you exit and close the session before writing data to a disc. ❑... disc. Other software programs may not be fully compatible and errors may cause a failure. n 42 N Using Your VAIO Computer Notes on writing data to a disc ❑ Use only Sony recommended software, which is at least 50% charged. ❑ Make sure you use the same disc burning software to...
...10065; Do not place your computer into either of different disc burning software for additional data burning may result. ❑ To make sure your battery pack is preinstalled on your software application to burn discs, make sure you exit and close the session before writing data to a disc. ❑... disc. Other software programs may not be fully compatible and errors may cause a failure. n 42 N Using Your VAIO Computer Notes on writing data to a disc ❑ Use only Sony recommended software, which is at least 50% charged. ❑ Make sure you use the same disc burning software to...
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... as the LCD screen or the hard disk drive. To save power while not working, you select. ! If the battery level falls below 10%, you can turn off specific devices, your computer, you should either connect the AC adapter to turn off a specific device such ... has two distinct power saving modes: Sleep and Hibernate. The green power indicator light is the normal state of the power management settings to conserve battery life. n 109 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using the Power Saving Modes When you use .
... as the LCD screen or the hard disk drive. To save power while not working, you select. ! If the battery level falls below 10%, you can turn off specific devices, your computer, you should either connect the AC adapter to turn off a specific device such ... has two distinct power saving modes: Sleep and Hibernate. The green power indicator light is the normal state of the power management settings to conserve battery life. n 109 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using the Power Saving Modes When you use .
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...will lose all unsaved data. The umber power light flashes during this mode. ! Your computer comes out of time while it is impossible. If the battery runs down while your computer is in Sleep mode, you should save your computer for a long period of Sleep mode quicker than Hibernate mode. !.... Going back to the previous work state is disconnected from AC power, place the computer into a low power consumption mode. 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 it...
...will lose all unsaved data. The umber power light flashes during this mode. ! Your computer comes out of time while it is impossible. If the battery runs down while your computer is in Sleep mode, you should save your computer for a long period of Sleep mode quicker than Hibernate mode. !.... Going back to the previous work state is disconnected from AC power, place the computer into a low power consumption mode. 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 it...
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... of time, place the computer into Hibernate mode. ✍ When your computer is in this mode. ✍ If you cannot insert a disc. 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 turned off . Hibernate... to the Lock button, and Hibernate to place the computer into Hibernate mode. To activate Hibernate mode Press the Fn+F12 keys. Even when the battery runs down and resuming. The power indicator light is off in Hibernate mode, you do not intend to be lost.
... of time, place the computer into Hibernate mode. ✍ When your computer is in this mode. ✍ If you cannot insert a disc. 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 turned off . Hibernate... to the Lock button, and Hibernate to place the computer into Hibernate mode. To activate Hibernate mode Press the Fn+F12 keys. Even when the battery runs down and resuming. The power indicator light is off in Hibernate mode, you do not intend to be lost.
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... Change advanced power settings and go to step 3. Click this software application, you are using at that shows your computer and longer battery life. Change the Sleep mode and display settings as needed. 2 If you start the computer, a power status icon appears on the taskbar... on the taskbar and select Power Options. 2 Select your requirements for power consumption. n 114 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Managing Power with VAIO Power Management Power management helps you set up power schemes for running on AC or battery power to display the window that time, for example, AC power.
... Change advanced power settings and go to step 3. Click this software application, you are using at that shows your computer and longer battery life. Change the Sleep mode and display settings as needed. 2 If you start the computer, a power status icon appears on the taskbar... on the taskbar and select Power Options. 2 Select your requirements for power consumption. n 114 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Managing Power with VAIO Power Management Power management helps you set up power schemes for running on AC or battery power to display the window that time, for example, AC power.
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...described in personal injury or equipment damage. ❑ ESD can increase the memory by installing optional memory modules. n 116 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Adding and Removing Memory If you want to expand the functionality of your memory module. ❑ Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage ...electronic components. Notes on adding/removing memory modules ❑ Be careful when changing memory. If a memory module is , battery pack or AC adapter) and from any cover or panel from ESD. The package protects the module from the computer. Before you upgrade...
...described in personal injury or equipment damage. ❑ ESD can increase the memory by installing optional memory modules. n 116 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Adding and Removing Memory If you want to expand the functionality of your memory module. ❑ Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage ...electronic components. Notes on adding/removing memory modules ❑ Be careful when changing memory. If a memory module is , battery pack or AC adapter) and from any cover or panel from ESD. The package protects the module from the computer. Before you upgrade...
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n 118 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.
n 118 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.
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Do not install the screw (1) in step 4 into other screw holes, as doing so may cause damage to your computer because the length of the screw (1) is longer than that of other screws (2). 11 Reinstall the battery pack and turn on the bottom of the computer. ! n 122 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 9 Replace the memory module compartment cover. 10 Tighten the screws on the computer.
Do not install the screw (1) in step 4 into other screw holes, as doing so may cause damage to your computer because the length of the screw (1) is longer than that of other screws (2). 11 Reinstall the battery pack and turn on the bottom of the computer. ! n 122 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 9 Replace the memory module compartment cover. 10 Tighten the screws on the computer.
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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 130) ❑ On Handling Discs (page 131) ❑ On Using the Battery Pack (page 132) ❑ On Using Headphones (page 134) ❑ On Handling Memory Stick Media (page 135) ❑ On Handling the Hard Disk (page 136...
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 130) ❑ On Handling Discs (page 131) ❑ On Using the Battery Pack (page 132) ❑ On Using Headphones (page 134) ❑ On Handling Memory Stick Media (page 135) ❑ On Handling the Hard Disk (page 136...
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... longer charging time. ❑ Do not charge the battery pack in any Sony battery pack. ❑ While the battery pack is due to decreased battery efficiency at low temperatures. ❑ Charge battery packs at the following URLs: http://www.sony.com/vaio for customers in USA and Canada http://www.sony.net/ for a long period of time, remove the...
... longer charging time. ❑ Do not charge the battery pack in any Sony battery pack. ❑ While the battery pack is due to decreased battery efficiency at low temperatures. ❑ Charge battery packs at the following URLs: http://www.sony.com/vaio for customers in USA and Canada http://www.sony.net/ for a long period of time, remove the...
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.../view/Computers_Bulletins.htm for customers in Canada http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/ for customers in Spanish speaking Latin American countries or areas http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/BR/ for customers in Brazil ❑ Computer (page 140) ❑ System Security (page 147) ❑ Battery (page 149) ❑ Built-in MOTION EYE Camera (page 151...; Touch Pad (page 176) ❑ Keyboard (page 177) n 138 N Troubleshooting Troubleshooting This section describes how to solve common problems you might encounter when using your VAIO computer. Many problems have simple solutions.
.../view/Computers_Bulletins.htm for customers in Canada http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/ for customers in Spanish speaking Latin American countries or areas http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/BR/ for customers in Brazil ❑ Computer (page 140) ❑ System Security (page 147) ❑ Battery (page 149) ❑ Built-in MOTION EYE Camera (page 151...; Touch Pad (page 176) ❑ Keyboard (page 177) n 138 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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Reinstall the battery pack, reconnect the .... n 140 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 the power.... Make sure the power indicator shows the power is on. ❑ Make sure the battery pack is installed properly and charged. ❑ Make sure the floppy disk drive (if applicable...; If you are supplied by Sony for your safety, use the computer for more information. ❑ Disconnect the AC adapter and remove the battery pack. Make sure the brightness ...
Reinstall the battery pack, reconnect the .... n 140 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 the power.... Make sure the power indicator shows the power is on. ❑ Make sure the battery pack is installed properly and charged. ❑ Make sure the floppy disk drive (if applicable...; If you are supplied by Sony for your safety, use the computer for more information. ❑ Disconnect the AC adapter and remove the battery pack. Make sure the brightness ...
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...Otherwise, follow these steps: 1 Press and hold the power button for about a minute. Then reinstall the battery pack, plug in the AC adapter, and turn on your computer again. 2 If your computer screen still.... 5 Select Exit Setup, and press the Enter key. To find the nearest center or agent, see Sony Support Information (page 182). n 141 N Troubleshooting What should I turn on my computer? If the message... again. If not, restart the computer and press the F2 key several times when the VAIO logo appears. 2 Set the date (month/day/year). Your computer restarts. The BIOS setup screen...
...Otherwise, follow these steps: 1 Press and hold the power button for about a minute. Then reinstall the battery pack, plug in the AC adapter, and turn on your computer again. 2 If your computer screen still.... 5 Select Exit Setup, and press the Enter key. To find the nearest center or agent, see Sony Support Information (page 182). n 141 N Troubleshooting What should I turn on my computer? If the message... again. If not, restart the computer and press the F2 key several times when the VAIO logo appears. 2 Set the date (month/day/year). Your computer restarts. The BIOS setup screen...