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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...125 On Using the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...127 On Handling Floppy Disks ...128 On Handling Discs ...129 On Using the Battery Pack...130 On Using Headphones...132 On Handling Memory Stick Media...133 On Handling the Hard Disk ...134 On Updating Your Computer ...135... Troubleshooting ...136 Computer ...138 System Security ...146 Battery...147 Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...149 Internet ...152 Networking ...154 Bluetooth Technology ...157 Optical Discs ...161 Display ...165 Printing ...170 Microphone ...
...Computer...125 On Using the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...127 On Handling Floppy Disks ...128 On Handling Discs ...129 On Using the Battery Pack...130 On Using Headphones...132 On Handling Memory Stick Media...133 On Handling the Hard Disk ...134 On Updating Your Computer ...135... Troubleshooting ...136 Computer ...138 System Security ...146 Battery...147 Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...149 Internet ...152 Networking ...154 Bluetooth Technology ...157 Optical Discs ...161 Display ...165 Printing ...170 Microphone ...
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Be sure to get started using your VAIO computer. ! Upon completion, connect one device (for the first time, do not connect any other hardware that did not originally come with only the supplied ... 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) n 13 N Getting Started Getting Started This section describes how to start up your system.
Be sure to get started using your VAIO computer. ! Upon completion, connect one device (for the first time, do not connect any other hardware that did not originally come with only the supplied ... 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) n 13 N Getting Started Getting Started This section describes how to start up your system.
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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 97) 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 97) 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 58) n 18 N Getting Started
Back A DC IN port (page 22) B Battery connector C Air vent D Modem port (page 58) n 18 N Getting Started
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...turns off when the computer is equipped with all programs. The Scr Lk key functions differently depending on the program you are using battery power, blinks when the battery pack is running out of the computer is on . Do not enter Sleep mode or turn off the indicator. Illuminates when ... is on .) When the indicator is off, the memory card is charging. Letters appear in lowercase if you scroll the display. Indicator Power 1 Battery e Hard disk drive Memory Stick SD memory card Built-in MOTION EYE camera Optical disc drive Num lock Caps lock Scroll lock Functions Illuminates when...
...turns off when the computer is equipped with all programs. The Scr Lk key functions differently depending on the program you are using battery power, blinks when the battery pack is running out of the computer is on . Do not enter Sleep mode or turn off the indicator. Illuminates when ... is on .) When the indicator is off, the memory card is charging. Letters appear in lowercase if you scroll the display. Indicator Power 1 Battery e Hard disk drive Memory Stick SD memory card Built-in MOTION EYE camera Optical disc drive Num lock Caps lock Scroll lock Functions Illuminates when...
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... outlet is easily accessible. See Using Hibernate Mode (page 109). 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 time, place the computer into Hibernate mode. The shape of the DC In plug varies depending on...
... outlet is easily accessible. See Using Hibernate Mode (page 109). 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 time, place the computer into Hibernate mode. The shape of the DC In plug varies depending on...
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Using the Battery Pack The battery pack supplied with genuine Sony batteries. This computer is designed to AC power and has a battery pack installed, it clicks into place. n 23 N Getting Started 4 Slide the battery lock switch (1) to the LOCK position to secure the battery pack on the computer. ✍...fully charged at the time of delivery. Installing the Battery Pack To install the battery pack 1 Turn off the computer and close the LCD screen lid. 2 Slide the battery lock switch (1) inward. 3 Slide the battery pack into the battery compartment until it uses power from the AC outlet...
Using the Battery Pack The battery pack supplied with genuine Sony batteries. This computer is designed to AC power and has a battery pack installed, it clicks into place. n 23 N Getting Started 4 Slide the battery lock switch (1) to the LOCK position to secure the battery pack on the computer. ✍...fully charged at the time of delivery. Installing the Battery Pack To install the battery pack 1 Turn off the computer and close the LCD screen lid. 2 Slide the battery lock switch (1) inward. 3 Slide the battery pack into the battery compartment until it uses power from the AC outlet...
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... level, see Using the Battery Care Function (page 26). Charge the battery pack as the battery pack charges). To select your first battery charge. When the battery pack charges close to the computer. n 24 N Getting Started Charging the Battery Pack The battery pack supplied with the battery care function, the battery indicator turns off. The battery pack is running out...
... level, see Using the Battery Care Function (page 26). Charge the battery pack as the battery pack charges). To select your first battery charge. When the battery pack charges close to the computer. n 24 N Getting Started Charging the Battery Pack The battery pack supplied with the battery care function, the battery indicator turns off. The battery pack is running out...
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...a power management mode, such as a power source. Charging a partially discharged battery pack does not affect the battery life. To avoid loss of data when using the computer. When battery life is a lithium ion battery pack and can be recharged any time. Going back to the previous work ...should either connect the AC adapter to recharge the battery pack or shut down your data frequently. If the battery level falls below 10%, you are using battery power, you should save your computer and install a fully charged battery pack. For some software applications and some peripheral devices...
...a power management mode, such as a power source. Charging a partially discharged battery pack does not affect the battery life. To avoid loss of data when using the computer. When battery life is a lithium ion battery pack and can be recharged any time. Going back to the previous work ...should either connect the AC adapter to recharge the battery pack or shut down your data frequently. If the battery level falls below 10%, you are using battery power, you should save your computer and install a fully charged battery pack. For some software applications and some peripheral devices...
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To use the battery care function 1 Click Start, All Programs, and VAIO Control Center. 2 Double-click Power Management and Battery Care Function. 3 Click to reduce battery degradation. n 26 N Getting Started Using 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.
To use the battery care function 1 Click Start, All Programs, and VAIO Control Center. 2 Double-click Power Management and Battery Care Function. 3 Click to reduce battery degradation. n 26 N Getting Started Using 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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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. 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 !
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.... Do not use discs in any disc burning software. ❑ Connect and use the AC adapter to power your computer or make sure your battery pack is preinstalled on the optical disc drive, you need to close the session before writing data to a disc. ❑ Deactivate the screen... your 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 to...
.... Do not use discs in any disc burning software. ❑ Connect and use the AC adapter to power your computer or make sure your battery pack is preinstalled on the optical disc drive, you need to close the session before writing data to a disc. ❑ Deactivate the screen... your 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 to...
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... Normal Mode This 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. n 106 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using the Power Saving Modes You can turn off a specific device such as ...the LCD screen or the hard disk drive. If the battery level falls below 10%, you to turn off specific devices, your computer ...
... Normal Mode This 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. n 106 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using the Power Saving Modes You can turn off a specific device such as ...the LCD screen or the hard disk drive. If the battery level falls below 10%, you to turn off specific devices, your computer ...
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Sleep mode uses more power than out of data, you cannot insert a disc. If the battery runs down while your computer is impossible. If you will lose all unsaved data. Going back to the Lock button, and Sleep. ✍ When your ... to use your data frequently. Your computer comes out of Sleep mode quicker than Hibernate mode. ! To avoid loss of Hibernate mode. n 107 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using Sleep Mode Sleep mode turns off . To activate Sleep mode Click Start, the arrow next to the previous work state is in Sleep...
Sleep mode uses more power than out of data, you cannot insert a disc. If the battery runs down while your computer is impossible. If you will lose all unsaved data. Going back to the Lock button, and Sleep. ✍ When your ... to use your data frequently. Your computer comes out of Sleep mode quicker than Hibernate mode. ! To avoid loss of Hibernate mode. n 107 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using Sleep Mode Sleep mode turns off . To activate Sleep mode Click Start, the arrow next to the previous work state is in Sleep...
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To activate Hibernate mode Press the Fn+F12 keys. n 109 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using Hibernate Mode In Hibernate mode, the state of shutting down , no data will be activated. Hibernate mode uses less power than Sleep mode ... is saved on the hard disk drive and power is turned off in Hibernate mode, you do not intend to be lost. Even when the battery runs down and resuming. Hibernate mode requires more time than Sleep mode. ! The power indicator light is in this mode. ✍ If you cannot insert...
To activate Hibernate mode Press the Fn+F12 keys. n 109 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using Hibernate Mode In Hibernate mode, the state of shutting down , no data will be activated. Hibernate mode uses less power than Sleep mode ... is saved on the hard disk drive and power is turned off in Hibernate mode, you do not intend to be lost. Even when the battery runs down and resuming. Hibernate mode requires more time than Sleep mode. ! The power indicator light is in this mode. ✍ If you cannot insert...
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...power consumption. Otherwise, click Save changes. 3 Click the VAIO Power Management tab. n 111 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 suit your power status. Selecting a Power Plan...plan settings 1 Click Change plan settings under your desired power plan. This icon indicates what kind of your computer and longer battery life. To change the advanced settings, click Change advanced power settings and go to the Windows Power Options Properties. Change the ...
...power consumption. Otherwise, click Save changes. 3 Click the VAIO Power Management tab. n 111 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 suit your power status. Selecting a Power Plan...plan settings 1 Click Change plan settings under your desired power plan. This icon indicates what kind of your computer and longer battery life. To change the advanced settings, click Change advanced power settings and go to the Windows Power Options Properties. Change the ...
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...with the safety practice and regulatory compliance requirements for using and modifying electronic equipment. ❑ Turn off your computer. n 114 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Notes on adding/removing memory modules ❑ Be careful when changing memory. This damage may cause damage to do not handle materials that ...its power source (that are two memory module slots in the memory module compartment. If your system. If a memory module is , battery pack or AC adapter) and from ESD. Failure to your computer has only one memory module installed at an ESD workstation.
...with the safety practice and regulatory compliance requirements for using and modifying electronic equipment. ❑ Turn off your computer. n 114 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Notes on adding/removing memory modules ❑ Be careful when changing memory. This damage may cause damage to do not handle materials that ...its power source (that are two memory module slots in the memory module compartment. If your system. If a memory module is , battery pack or AC adapter) and from ESD. Failure to your computer has only one memory module installed at an ESD workstation.
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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 116 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 116 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 other screws (2). 11 Reinstall the battery pack and turn on the bottom of the computer. ! n 120 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 120 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 9 Replace the memory module compartment cover. 10 Tighten the screws on the computer.