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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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...Computer...127 On Using the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...129 On Handling Floppy Disks ...130 On Handling Discs ...131 On Using the Battery Pack...132 On Using Headphones...134 On Handling Memory Stick Media...135 On Handling the Hard Disk ...136 On Updating Your Computer ...137... Troubleshooting ...138 Computer ...140 System Security ...147 Battery...149 Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...151 Internet ...154 Networking ...156 Bluetooth Technology ...159 Optical Discs ...163 Display ...167 Printing ...172 Microphone ...
...Computer...127 On Using the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...129 On Handling Floppy Disks ...130 On Handling Discs ...131 On Using the Battery Pack...132 On Using Headphones...134 On Handling Memory Stick Media...135 On Handling the Hard Disk ...136 On Updating Your Computer ...137... Troubleshooting ...138 Computer ...140 System Security ...147 Battery...149 Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...151 Internet ...154 Networking ...156 Bluetooth Technology ...159 Optical Discs ...163 Display ...167 Printing ...172 Microphone ...
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... (for the first time, do not connect any other hardware that did not originally come with only the supplied accessories connected and set up your VAIO computer. ! Be sure to get started using your system. n 13 N Getting Started Getting Started This section describes how to start up your computer with your... 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)
... (for the first time, do not connect any other hardware that did not originally come with only the supplied accessories connected and set up your VAIO computer. ! Be sure to get started using your system. n 13 N Getting Started Getting Started This section describes how to start up your computer with your... 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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... indicator (page 20) G Scroll lock indicator (page 20) H Power button I Keyboard (page 30) J Touch pad (page 31) K Fingerprint sensor* (page 99) L Power indicator (page 20) M Battery indicator (page 20) N Hard disk drive indicator (page 20) O Memory Stick indicator (page 20) P SD memory card indicator (page 20) Q WIRELESS (Wireless LAN/Bluetooth functionality...
... indicator (page 20) G Scroll lock indicator (page 20) H Power button I Keyboard (page 30) J Touch pad (page 31) K Fingerprint sensor* (page 99) L Power indicator (page 20) M Battery indicator (page 20) N Hard disk drive indicator (page 20) O Memory Stick indicator (page 20) P SD memory card indicator (page 20) Q WIRELESS (Wireless LAN/Bluetooth functionality...
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Back A DC IN port (page 22) B Battery connector C Air vent D Modem port (page 59) n 18 N Getting Started
Back A DC IN port (page 22) B Battery connector C Air vent D Modem port (page 59) n 18 N Getting Started
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... is off . The Scr Lk key functions differently depending on , blinks when the computer is in Sleep mode, and turns off . Indicator Power 1 Battery e Hard disk drive Memory Stick SD memory card Built-in Hibernate mode or off when the computer is in MOTION EYE camera Optical disc drive... Num lock Caps lock Scroll lock Functions Illuminates when the power of power, and double-blinks when the battery pack is charging. Normal scrolling resumes when the Scroll lock indicator is off . Press the Num Lk key to deactivate the numeric keypad. ...
... is off . The Scr Lk key functions differently depending on , blinks when the computer is in Sleep mode, and turns off . Indicator Power 1 Battery e Hard disk drive Memory Stick SD memory card Built-in Hibernate mode or off when the computer is in MOTION EYE camera Optical disc drive... Num lock Caps lock Scroll lock Functions Illuminates when the power of power, and double-blinks when the battery pack is charging. Normal scrolling resumes when the Scroll lock indicator is off . Press the Num Lk key to deactivate the numeric keypad. ...
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... of the DC In plug varies depending on the computer. ! n 22 N Getting Started Connecting a Power Source You can use either an AC adapter or a rechargeable battery pack as a power source for a long period of the power cord into an AC outlet (2). 3 Plug the cable connected to use your computer only with...
... of the DC In plug varies depending on the computer. ! n 22 N Getting Started Connecting a Power Source You can use either an AC adapter or a rechargeable battery pack as a power source for a long period of the power cord into an AC outlet (2). 3 Plug the cable connected to use your computer only with...
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...Getting Started 4 Slide the battery lock switch (1) to the LOCK position to secure the battery pack on the computer. ✍ When your computer is not fully charged at the time of delivery. Using the Battery Pack The battery pack supplied with genuine Sony batteries. This computer is designed ...to operate only with your computer is directly connected to AC power and has a battery pack installed, it clicks into the battery compartment until it uses power from ...
...Getting Started 4 Slide the battery lock switch (1) to the LOCK position to secure the battery pack on the computer. ✍ When your computer is not fully charged at the time of delivery. Using the Battery Pack The battery pack supplied with genuine Sony batteries. This computer is designed ...to operate only with your computer is directly connected to AC power and has a battery pack installed, it clicks into the battery compartment until it uses power from ...
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... adapter to the maximum charge level you selected with the battery care function, the battery indicator turns off. To select your first battery charge. Charge the battery pack as described in a double blink pattern as the battery pack charges). n 24 N Getting Started Charging the Battery Pack The battery pack supplied with your computer is not fully charged...
... adapter to the maximum charge level you selected with the battery care function, the battery indicator turns off. To select your first battery charge. Charge the battery pack as described in a double blink pattern as the battery pack charges). n 24 N Getting Started Charging the Battery Pack The battery pack supplied with your computer is not fully charged...
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... the AC outlet. If the battery level falls below 10%, you use the battery pack as Sleep or Hibernate. n 25 N Getting Started ✍ When the battery pack is running out of power, both the battery and power indicator lights start flashing. The battery indicator light is impossible. To ...mode, such as a power source. To avoid loss of data when using the computer. Charging a partially discharged battery pack does not affect the battery life. Keep the battery pack in your computer is directly connected to the previous work state is on while you should either connect the ...
... the AC outlet. If the battery level falls below 10%, you use the battery pack as Sleep or Hibernate. n 25 N Getting Started ✍ When the battery pack is running out of power, both the battery and power indicator lights start flashing. The battery indicator light is impossible. To ...mode, such as a power source. To avoid loss of data when using the computer. Charging a partially discharged battery pack does not affect the battery life. Keep the battery pack in your computer is directly connected to the previous work state is on while you should either connect the ...
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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. 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.
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To remove the battery pack 1 Turn off the computer and close the LCD screen lid. 2 Slide the battery lock switch (1) inward. 3 Slide and hold the battery RELEASE latch (2) and slide the battery pack away from the computer. n 27 N Getting Started Removing the Battery Pack ! You may lose data if you remove the battery pack while your computer is on and not connected to the AC adapter or if you remove the battery pack while the computer is in Sleep mode.
To remove the battery pack 1 Turn off the computer and close the LCD screen lid. 2 Slide the battery lock switch (1) inward. 3 Slide and hold the battery RELEASE latch (2) and slide the battery pack away from the computer. n 27 N Getting Started Removing the Battery Pack ! You may lose data if you remove the battery pack while your computer is on and not connected to the AC adapter or if you remove the battery pack while the computer is in Sleep mode.
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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 computer, to write data to a disc. Do not use discs in any disc burning software. ❑ Connect ... software. ❑ Only use memory-resident utility software while writing 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% charged. ❑ Make sure you use the Roxio Easy Media Creator software...
...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 computer, to write data to a disc. Do not use discs in any disc burning software. ❑ Connect ... software. ❑ Only use memory-resident utility software while writing 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% charged. ❑ Make sure you use the Roxio Easy Media Creator software...
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...should be aware that the computer will automatically enter Hibernate mode if the remaining battery charge becomes short, regardless of the power management setting you select. ! Using...power source for your computer and install a fully charged battery pack. In addition to the normal operating mode, which allows you to recharge the battery pack or shut down your computer, you can take ... the computer when it is the normal state of the power management settings to conserve battery life. When using battery power, you should either connect the AC adapter to turn off specific devices, your...
...should be aware that the computer will automatically enter Hibernate mode if the remaining battery charge becomes short, regardless of the power management setting you select. ! Using...power source for your computer and install a fully charged battery pack. In addition to the normal operating mode, which allows you to recharge the battery pack or shut down your computer, you can take ... the computer when it is the normal state of the power management settings to conserve battery life. When using battery power, you should either connect the AC adapter to turn off specific devices, your...
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... during this mode. ! Sleep mode uses more power than out of data, you do not intend to the previous work state is impossible. If the battery runs down while your computer is in Sleep mode, you cannot insert a disc. To avoid loss of Hibernate mode. If you should save your computer... for a long period of Sleep mode quicker than Hibernate 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...
... during this mode. ! Sleep mode uses more power than out of data, you do not intend to the previous work state is impossible. If the battery runs down while your computer is in Sleep mode, you cannot insert a disc. To avoid loss of Hibernate mode. If you should save your computer... for a long period of Sleep mode quicker than Hibernate 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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... Lock button, and Hibernate to place the computer into Hibernate mode. Hibernate mode uses less power than Sleep mode to be lost. 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 off in Hibernate... computer before its power indicator light turns off . This power saving mode saves you cannot insert a disc. The computer enters Hibernate mode. Even when the battery runs down and resuming. The power indicator light is turned off .
... Lock button, and Hibernate to place the computer into Hibernate mode. Hibernate mode uses less power than Sleep mode to be lost. 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 off in Hibernate... computer before its power indicator light turns off . This power saving mode saves you cannot insert a disc. The computer enters Hibernate mode. Even when the battery runs down and resuming. The power indicator light is turned off .
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..., you start the computer, a power status icon appears on AC or battery power to suit your desired power plan in the Power Options window. Change the settings for power consumption. With this icon to display the window that time, for VAIO computers. Change the Sleep mode and display settings as needed. 2 If...
..., you start the computer, a power status icon appears on AC or battery power to suit your desired power plan in the Power Options window. Change the settings for power consumption. With this icon to display the window that time, for VAIO computers. Change the Sleep mode and display settings as needed. 2 If...
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...ESD can increase the memory by maintaining contact with the safety practice and regulatory compliance requirements for example). n 116 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Adding and Removing Memory If you want to expand the functionality of your computer. This damage may void your manufacturer's warranty....ESD workstation. Before touching a memory module, ensure the following pages. Before you upgrade your system. If a memory module is , battery pack or AC adapter) and from any telecommunication links, networks, or modems before you are compatible with your computer, you remove ...
...ESD can increase the memory by maintaining contact with the safety practice and regulatory compliance requirements for example). n 116 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Adding and Removing Memory If you want to expand the functionality of your computer. This damage may void your manufacturer's warranty....ESD workstation. Before touching a memory module, ensure the following pages. Before you upgrade your system. If a memory module is , battery pack or AC adapter) and from any telecommunication links, networks, or modems before you are compatible with your computer, you remove ...
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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. n 118 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer
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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 the computer. ! n 122 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 9 Replace the memory module compartment cover. 10 Tighten the screws on the bottom of other screws (2). 11 Reinstall the battery pack and turn 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 the computer. ! n 122 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 9 Replace the memory module compartment cover. 10 Tighten the screws on the bottom of other screws (2). 11 Reinstall the battery pack and turn on the computer.