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... 11 Locating Controls and Ports 12 About the Indicator Lights 18 Connecting a Power Source 19 Using the Battery Pack 20 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely 27 Updating Your Computer 28 Using Your VAIO Computer 29 Using the Keyboard 30 Using the Touch Pad 32 Using the Special-function Button 33 Using... Modes 82 Using the Multiple Monitors Function 84 Connecting an External Microphone 86 Connecting a USB Device 87 Connecting an i.LINK Device 89 Customizing Your VAIO Computer 91 Setting the Password 92 Using the VAIO Control Center 99 Using the Power Saving Modes 100 Using the...
... 11 Locating Controls and Ports 12 About the Indicator Lights 18 Connecting a Power Source 19 Using the Battery Pack 20 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely 27 Updating Your Computer 28 Using Your VAIO Computer 29 Using the Keyboard 30 Using the Touch Pad 32 Using the Special-function Button 33 Using... Modes 82 Using the Multiple Monitors Function 84 Connecting an External Microphone 86 Connecting a USB Device 87 Connecting an i.LINK Device 89 Customizing Your VAIO Computer 91 Setting the Password 92 Using the VAIO Control Center 99 Using the Power Saving Modes 100 Using the...
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...Screen 115 Using the Power Source 116 Handling Your Computer 117 Handling the Built-in Camera 120 Handling Discs 121 Using the Battery Pack 122 Using Headphones 124 Handling the Memory Stick 125 Handling the Built-in Storage Device 126 Using Fingerprint Authentication 127 ...Troubleshooting 128 Computer 130 System Security 136 Battery 137 Built-in Camera 139 Internet 141 Networking 143 Bluetooth Technology 146 Optical Discs 150 Display 154 Printing 158 Microphone 159 ...
...Screen 115 Using the Power Source 116 Handling Your Computer 117 Handling the Built-in Camera 120 Handling Discs 121 Using the Battery Pack 122 Using Headphones 124 Handling the Memory Stick 125 Handling the Built-in Storage Device 126 Using Fingerprint Authentication 127 ...Troubleshooting 128 Computer 130 System Security 136 Battery 137 Built-in Camera 139 Internet 141 Networking 143 Bluetooth Technology 146 Optical Discs 150 Display 154 Printing 158 Microphone 159 ...
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...only) Make an appointment with the set up of your VAIO PC. Customer Information Center If you do not find the contact numbers on the bottom, the back panel, or inside the battery compartment of the problem 5. Sony Style Backstage Technicians can find the information you are looking... for your new VAIO PC, system optimization, data rescue, and any repair service you may call Sony directly. Before Use > Finding More about Your...
...only) Make an appointment with the set up of your VAIO PC. Customer Information Center If you do not find the contact numbers on the bottom, the back panel, or inside the battery compartment of the problem 5. Sony Style Backstage Technicians can find the information you are looking... for your new VAIO PC, system optimization, data rescue, and any repair service you may call Sony directly. Before Use > Finding More about Your...
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.... ❑ Locating Controls and Ports (page 12) ❑ About the Indicator Lights (page 18) ❑ Connecting a Power Source (page 19) ❑ Using the Battery Pack (page 20) ❑ Shutting Down Your Computer Safely (page 27) ❑ Updating Your Computer (page 28) Upon completion, connect one device (for the first... did not originally come with only the supplied accessories connected and set up your computer. Be sure to get started using your VAIO computer. ! Getting Started > n 11 N Getting Started This section describes how to start up your computer with your system.
.... ❑ Locating Controls and Ports (page 12) ❑ About the Indicator Lights (page 18) ❑ Connecting a Power Source (page 19) ❑ Using the Battery Pack (page 20) ❑ Shutting Down Your Computer Safely (page 27) ❑ Updating Your Computer (page 28) Upon completion, connect one device (for the first... did not originally come with only the supplied accessories connected and set up your computer. Be sure to get started using your VAIO computer. ! Getting Started > n 11 N Getting Started This section describes how to start up your computer with your system.
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Getting Started > Locating Controls and Ports Back A Modem port* (page 58) B Battery connector (page 20) C Air vent D Security slot * On selected models only. n 14 N
Getting Started > Locating Controls and Ports Back A Modem port* (page 58) B Battery connector (page 20) C Air vent D Security slot * On selected models only. n 14 N
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... the optical disc drive is running to a memory card. (Do not place the computer into Sleep mode or turn off the indicator. Illuminates while the battery pack is charging. Illuminates while data is being read from or written to read or write data. Illuminates while the built-in camera is in..., and turns off when the computer is off or in Hibernate mode. Press the Num Lk key to type letters in uppercase. See Charging the Battery Pack (page 23) for more wireless options are using and does not work with the following indicator lights: Indicator Power 1 Charge Disc drive Media Access...
... the optical disc drive is running to a memory card. (Do not place the computer into Sleep mode or turn off the indicator. Illuminates while the battery pack is charging. Illuminates while data is being read from or written to read or write data. Illuminates while the built-in camera is in..., and turns off when the computer is off or in Hibernate mode. Press the Num Lk key to type letters in uppercase. See Charging the Battery Pack (page 23) for more wireless options are using and does not work with the following indicator lights: Indicator Power 1 Charge Disc drive Media Access...
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... easily accessible. See Using Hibernate Mode (page 103). Getting Started > Connecting a Power Source Connecting a Power Source You can use either an AC adapter or a rechargeable battery pack for a long period of time, place the computer into the DC IN port (4) on the AC adapter. ✍ To disconnect your computer. n 19 N ! Using...
... easily accessible. See Using Hibernate Mode (page 103). Getting Started > Connecting a Power Source Connecting a Power Source You can use either an AC adapter or a rechargeable battery pack for a long period of time, place the computer into the DC IN port (4) on the AC adapter. ✍ To disconnect your computer. n 19 N ! Using...
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n 20 N 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. Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack Using the Battery Pack The battery pack supplied with your computer is not fully charged at the time of delivery.
n 20 N 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. Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack Using the Battery Pack The battery pack supplied with your computer is not fully charged at the time of delivery.
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Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack n 21 N 3 Slide the battery pack diagonally into the battery compartment until the projections (2) on either side of the battery compartment fit into the U-shaped cuts (3) on either side of the battery pack.
Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack n 21 N 3 Slide the battery pack diagonally into the battery compartment until the projections (2) on either side of the battery compartment fit into the U-shaped cuts (3) on either side of the battery pack.
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n 22 N 5 Slide the battery LOCK switch outward to secure the battery pack on the computer. ✍ When your computer is designed to AC power and has a battery pack installed, it clicks into place. Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack 4 Push the battery pack down into the compartment until it uses power from the AC outlet. ! This computer is directly connected to operate only with genuine Sony battery packs.
n 22 N 5 Slide the battery LOCK switch outward to secure the battery pack on the computer. ✍ When your computer is designed to AC power and has a battery pack installed, it clicks into place. Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack 4 Push the battery pack down into the compartment until it uses power from the AC outlet. ! This computer is directly connected to operate only with genuine Sony battery packs.
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...in this manual from your desired maximum charge level, see Using the Battery Charge Functions (page 25). To select your first battery charge. Charge the battery pack as described in orange Meaning The battery pack is not fully charged at the time of delivery. Getting Started... > Using the Battery Pack n 23 N Charging the Battery Pack The battery pack supplied with your computer is charging. The battery pack is running out of power. (Sleep mode) A battery error has occurred due to a failed battery pack or an unlocked battery pack. ! The charge indicator ...
...in this manual from your desired maximum charge level, see Using the Battery Charge Functions (page 25). To select your first battery charge. Charge the battery pack as described in orange Meaning The battery pack is not fully charged at the time of delivery. Getting Started... > Using the Battery Pack n 23 N Charging the Battery Pack The battery pack supplied with your computer is charging. The battery pack is running out of power. (Sleep mode) A battery error has occurred due to a failed battery pack or an unlocked battery pack. ! The charge indicator ...
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...will lose all unsaved data. While some software applications or peripheral devices are using battery power, you are in your computer while it uses power from the AC outlet. If the battery pack wears out when the computer enters Sleep mode, you should either connect the ...management mode, such as Sleep or Hibernate. The battery pack continues to recharge the battery pack or shut down your computer and install a fully charged battery pack. To avoid loss of battery. Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack n 24 N ✍ Keep the battery pack in use, your computer may not enter ...
...will lose all unsaved data. While some software applications or peripheral devices are using battery power, you are in your computer while it uses power from the AC outlet. If the battery pack wears out when the computer enters Sleep mode, you should either connect the ...management mode, such as Sleep or Hibernate. The battery pack continues to recharge the battery pack or shut down your computer and install a fully charged battery pack. To avoid loss of battery. Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack n 24 N ✍ Keep the battery pack in use, your computer may not enter ...
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... prompt, click OK. To set the battery life conserving wallpaper 1 Click Start, All Programs, and VAIO Control Center. 2 Click Display and then Long Battery Life Wallpaper Setting. 3 Click Set Long Battery Life Wallpaper. If the battery charge capacity is low, replace the battery pack with a new genuine Sony battery pack. To check the battery charge capacity Follow steps 1 to...
... prompt, click OK. To set the battery life conserving wallpaper 1 Click Start, All Programs, and VAIO Control Center. 2 Click Display and then Long Battery Life Wallpaper Setting. 3 Click Set Long Battery Life Wallpaper. If the battery charge capacity is low, replace the battery pack with a new genuine Sony battery pack. To check the battery charge capacity Follow steps 1 to...
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...and close the LCD screen lid. 2 Slide the battery LOCK switch (1) inward. 3 Slide and hold the battery RELEASE latch (2) inward, put your computer is on the battery pack, and lift the battery pack in Sleep mode. You may lose data if you remove the battery pack while your fingertip underneath the tab (3) on ...and not connected to the AC adapter or if you remove the battery pack while the computer is in the...
...and close the LCD screen lid. 2 Slide the battery LOCK switch (1) inward. 3 Slide and hold the battery RELEASE latch (2) inward, put your computer is on the battery pack, and lift the battery pack in Sleep mode. You may lose data if you remove the battery pack while your fingertip underneath the tab (3) on ...and not connected to the AC adapter or if you remove the battery pack while the computer is in the...
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...of the power management setting you should either connect the AC adapter to recharge the battery pack or shut down your computer has two distinct power saving modes: Sleep and Hibernate. Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Using the Power Saving Modes n 100 N Using the Power Saving Modes ...You can take advantage of the power management settings to the normal operating mode, your computer and install a fully charged battery pack. The green power indicator light...
...of the power management setting you should either connect the AC adapter to recharge the battery pack or shut down your computer has two distinct power saving modes: Sleep and Hibernate. Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Using the Power Saving Modes n 100 N Using the Power Saving Modes ...You can take advantage of the power management settings to the normal operating mode, your computer and install a fully charged battery pack. The green power indicator light...
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... insert a disc. Sleep mode uses more than four seconds, your computer is impossible. To avoid loss of power while your data frequently. Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Using the Power Saving Modes n 101 N Using Sleep Mode Sleep mode turns off the LCD screen and places the built-in this mode....10065; Press the power button on your computer for more power than out of time while it off. If the battery runs out of data, you remove both the AC adapter and the battery pack. This power resuming preference will lose all unsaved data. ✍ You can use your computer. !
... insert a disc. Sleep mode uses more than four seconds, your computer is impossible. To avoid loss of power while your data frequently. Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Using the Power Saving Modes n 101 N Using Sleep Mode Sleep mode turns off the LCD screen and places the built-in this mode....10065; Press the power button on your computer for more power than out of time while it off. If the battery runs out of data, you remove both the AC adapter and the battery pack. This power resuming preference will lose all unsaved data. ✍ You can use your computer. !
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The computer enters Hibernate mode. Hibernate mode requires more time than Sleep mode. ! Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Using the Power Saving Modes n 103 N Using Hibernate Mode In Hibernate mode, the state of power, no data will be activated. Alternatively, you can ... time, place the computer into Hibernate mode. ✍ When your computer is in Hibernate mode, you do not intend to be lost. Even when the battery runs out of the system is turned off .
The computer enters Hibernate mode. Hibernate mode requires more time than Sleep mode. ! Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Using the Power Saving Modes n 103 N Using Hibernate Mode In Hibernate mode, the state of power, no data will be activated. Alternatively, you can ... time, place the computer into Hibernate mode. ✍ When your computer is in Hibernate mode, you do not intend to be lost. Even when the battery runs out of the system is turned off .
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If you press and hold the power button for more time to return to Normal mode from Sleep mode. Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Using the Power Saving Modes n 104 N To return to its normal state. ! This power resuming preference will turn off automatically. ✍ It takes more ... mode than four seconds, your computer to return to configure your computer will be lost if you open the LCD screen lid. See Using the VAIO Control Center (page 99). The computer returns to Normal mode Press the power button. You can use the...
If you press and hold the power button for more time to return to Normal mode from Sleep mode. Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Using the Power Saving Modes n 104 N To return to its normal state. ! This power resuming preference will turn off automatically. ✍ It takes more ... mode than four seconds, your computer to return to configure your computer will be lost if you open the LCD screen lid. See Using the VAIO Control Center (page 99). The computer returns to Normal mode Press the power button. You can use the...
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...a Power Plan When you are using at that shows your power status. The VAIO Power Management function is a software application developed exclusively for VAIO computers. Otherwise, click Save changes. 3 Click the VAIO Power Management tab. To select a power plan 1 Right-click the power status...power consumption. Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Using the VAIO Power Management n 105 N Using the VAIO Power Management Power management helps you set up power plans for running on AC or battery power to suit your computer and longer battery life. The VAIO Power Management is added ...
...a Power Plan When you are using at that shows your power status. The VAIO Power Management function is a software application developed exclusively for VAIO computers. Otherwise, click Save changes. 3 Click the VAIO Power Management tab. To select a power plan 1 Right-click the power status...power consumption. Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Using the VAIO Power Management n 105 N Using the VAIO Power Management Power management helps you set up power plans for running on AC or battery power to suit your computer and longer battery life. The VAIO Power Management is added ...
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..., for using and modifying electronic equipment. ❑ Turn off your computer and disconnect it from its power sources (battery pack and AC adapter) and from any cover or panel from the computer. Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > Adding and Removing Memory n 108 N Adding and Removing Memory If you want to expand the functionality...
..., for using and modifying electronic equipment. ❑ Turn off your computer and disconnect it from its power sources (battery pack and AC adapter) and from any cover or panel from the computer. Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > Adding and Removing Memory n 108 N Adding and Removing Memory If you want to expand the functionality...