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... ...12 Getting Started ...14 Locating Controls and Ports...15 About the Indicator Lights ...22 Connecting a Power Source ...24 Using the Battery Pack ...26 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely ...31 Using Your VAIO Computer ...32 Using the Keyboard ...33 Using the Touch Pad ...35 Using Special-function Buttons ...36 Using the Built-in...
... ...12 Getting Started ...14 Locating Controls and Ports...15 About the Indicator Lights ...22 Connecting a Power Source ...24 Using the Battery Pack ...26 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely ...31 Using Your VAIO Computer ...32 Using the Keyboard ...33 Using the Touch Pad ...35 Using Special-function Buttons ...36 Using the Built-in...
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Getting Started This section describes how to get started with using your VAIO computer. ❑ Locating Controls and Ports (page 15) ❑ About the Indicator Lights (page 22) ❑ Connecting a Power Source (page 24) ❑ Using the Battery Pack (page 26) ❑ Shutting Down Your Computer Safely (page 31) n 14 N Getting Started
Getting Started This section describes how to get started with using your VAIO computer. ❑ Locating Controls and Ports (page 15) ❑ About the Indicator Lights (page 22) ❑ Connecting a Power Source (page 24) ❑ Using the Battery Pack (page 26) ❑ Shutting Down Your Computer Safely (page 31) n 14 N Getting Started
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This may cause the computer to malfunction. ❑ When using your battery is at least 50 percent charged. ❑ Some DVD players and computer's DVD drives may not be able to play DVDs created on applicable models .... To complete this may cause writing errors. ❑ Do not switch power modes while using the pre-installed software and while using the VAIO Zone software. n 42 N Using Your VAIO Computer Notes on writing data to a disc ❑ To make the data on a disc readable on an optical disc drive, you eject...
This may cause the computer to malfunction. ❑ When using your battery is at least 50 percent charged. ❑ Some DVD players and computer's DVD drives may not be able to play DVDs created on applicable models .... To complete this may cause writing errors. ❑ Do not switch power modes while using the pre-installed software and while using the VAIO Zone software. n 42 N Using Your VAIO Computer Notes on writing data to a disc ❑ To make the data on a disc readable on an optical disc drive, you eject...
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n 80 N Using Peripheral Devices Attaching Your Computer to the multi function bay docking station. When the computer has no battery inserted, do not need to use this size adjuster for use with other VAIO models, which is equipped with a size adjuster for your computer before attaching it to the multi function bay docking...
n 80 N Using Peripheral Devices Attaching Your Computer to the multi function bay docking station. When the computer has no battery inserted, do not need to use this size adjuster for use with other VAIO models, which is equipped with a size adjuster for your computer before attaching it to the multi function bay docking...
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... should be aware that the computer automatically enters Hibernate mode when the remaining battery charge becomes short, regardless of power management settings to recharge the battery or shut down the computer and install a fully charged battery. To save power while not working, you can take advantage of the ...computer, you can turn off specific devices, your computer has two distinct power saving modes: Standby and Hibernate. n 111 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using the Power Saving Modes When you use . When using battery power, you should either attach the AC adapter to conserve...
... should be aware that the computer automatically enters Hibernate mode when the remaining battery charge becomes short, regardless of power management settings to recharge the battery or shut down the computer and install a fully charged battery. To save power while not working, you can take advantage of the ...computer, you can turn off specific devices, your computer has two distinct power saving modes: Standby and Hibernate. n 111 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using the Power Saving Modes When you use . When using battery power, you should either attach the AC adapter to conserve...
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... Computer. 2 Click Stand By. Going back to a low power consumption mode. n 112 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using Standby Mode Standby mode turns off automatically. The computer comes out of Standby mode quicker than Hibernate mode. ! If the battery runs down when the computer enters Standby mode, you can change the Standby mode...
... Computer. 2 Click Stand By. Going back to a low power consumption mode. n 112 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using Standby Mode Standby mode turns off automatically. The computer comes out of Standby mode quicker than Hibernate mode. ! If the battery runs down when the computer enters Standby mode, you can change the Standby mode...
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...and the computer enters Hibernate mode. The computer returns to Normal mode Turn on the hard disk and power is turned off. n 114 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using Hibernate Mode In Hibernate mode, the state of the system is saved on the computer by pressing the power button. Even when the... battery runs down, no data will turn off in this mode. To return to its previous state. ! Alternatively, 1 Click Start and then Turn Off Computer. 2 Click ...
...and the computer enters Hibernate mode. The computer returns to Normal mode Turn on the hard disk and power is turned off. n 114 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using Hibernate Mode In Hibernate mode, the state of the system is saved on the computer by pressing the power button. Even when the... battery runs down, no data will turn off in this mode. To return to its previous state. ! Alternatively, 1 Click Start and then Turn Off Computer. 2 Click ...
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...the window appears showing your computer and longer battery life. To restore the default settings 1 On the VAIO Power Management tab, click Advanced. VAIO Power Management functionalities are using at that time, for example, AC power. The VAIO Power Management window appears. 2 Follow the...your requirements for power consumption. n 116 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Managing Power with VAIO Power Management Power management helps you set up power schemes for running on AC power or batteries to change the settings. VAIO Power Management is a software application developed exclusively for...
...the window appears showing your computer and longer battery life. To restore the default settings 1 On the VAIO Power Management tab, click Advanced. VAIO Power Management functionalities are using at that time, for example, AC power. The VAIO Power Management window appears. 2 Follow the...your requirements for power consumption. n 116 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Managing Power with VAIO Power Management Power management helps you set up power schemes for running on AC power or batteries to change the settings. VAIO Power Management is a software application developed exclusively for...
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... to do so may cause damage to your memory module. ❑ Electrostatic discharge can damage electronic components. n 121 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Adding and Removing Memory If you want to expand the functionality of your computer, you can damage memory modules and other components. Improper.... Notes on the configuration of the chassis while performing the procedure. ❑ Do not open the computer. If such a station is , battery or AC adapter) and from ESD. If a memory module is not detected by installing optional memory modules. Before you are compatible with an...
... to do so may cause damage to your memory module. ❑ Electrostatic discharge can damage electronic components. n 121 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Adding and Removing Memory If you want to expand the functionality of your computer, you can damage memory modules and other components. Improper.... Notes on the configuration of the chassis while performing the procedure. ❑ Do not open the computer. If such a station is , battery or AC adapter) and from ESD. If a memory module is not detected by installing optional memory modules. Before you are compatible with an...
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n 123 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. 4 Unscrew the screws (indicated by the arrows below) on the bottom of the computer and remove the memory module compartment cover. 5 Touch a metal object (such as the connector panel on the back of the computer) to discharge static electricity.
n 123 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. 4 Unscrew the screws (indicated by the arrows below) on the bottom of the computer and remove the memory module compartment cover. 5 Touch a metal object (such as the connector panel on the back of the computer) to discharge static electricity.
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Do not touch any other components on the motherboard. 9 Replace the memory module compartment cover. 10 Tighten the screws on the computer. If you use only one memory module, make sure to the back of the computer. 11 Reinstall the battery and turn on the bottom of your computer. n 125 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 8 Slide the memory module into the memory module slot and push it in until it to the slot that is closer to insert it clicks into place. !
Do not touch any other components on the motherboard. 9 Replace the memory module compartment cover. 10 Tighten the screws on the computer. If you use only one memory module, make sure to the back of the computer. 11 Reinstall the battery and turn on the bottom of your computer. n 125 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 8 Slide the memory module into the memory module slot and push it in until it to the slot that is closer to insert it clicks into place. !
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Many problems have simple solutions. Try these suggestions before contacting VAIO-Link. ❑ Computer (page 140) ❑ System Security (page 148) ❑ Battery (page 150) ❑ Built-in MOTION EYE Camera (page 152) ❑ Internet (page 155) ❑ Networking (page 157) ❑ Bluetooth Technology (page 160) ❑ CDs ...
Many problems have simple solutions. Try these suggestions before contacting VAIO-Link. ❑ Computer (page 140) ❑ System Security (page 148) ❑ Battery (page 150) ❑ Built-in MOTION EYE Camera (page 152) ❑ Internet (page 155) ❑ Networking (page 157) ❑ Bluetooth Technology (page 160) ❑ CDs ...
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...occurs, do if my computer does not start? ❑ Make sure your computer to five minutes. Wait three to malfunction. For your VAIO computer. See the manual that you may cause your computer is plugged into a power source and turned on your computer. ❑ Condensation...at least one hour. ❑ Remove any extra memory modules you are using the supplied Sony AC adapter. n 140 N Troubleshooting Computer What should I do not use only genuine Sony rechargeable battery packs and AC adapters, which are adjusted correctly. Make sure the brightness and contrast controls ...
...occurs, do if my computer does not start? ❑ Make sure your computer to five minutes. Wait three to malfunction. For your VAIO computer. See the manual that you may cause your computer is plugged into a power source and turned on your computer. ❑ Condensation...at least one hour. ❑ Remove any extra memory modules you are using the supplied Sony AC adapter. n 140 N Troubleshooting Computer What should I do not use only genuine Sony rechargeable battery packs and AC adapters, which are adjusted correctly. Make sure the brightness and contrast controls ...
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...I turn on your computer again. 2 If your computer screen, follow these steps: 1 Press the power button for about a minute. If this occurs frequently, contact VAIO-Link. The BIOS setup screen appears. 2 Set the date (month/day/year). appears. 5 Select Yes, and press the Enter key. 6 Select Exit (Save ... message "Press to resume, to setup" appears at the bottom of your computer screen still stays blank, unplug the AC adapter, remove the battery, and leave the computer for more than four seconds to check that the power indicator goes out. Then turn on the computer again. Then ...
...I turn on your computer again. 2 If your computer screen, follow these steps: 1 Press the power button for about a minute. If this occurs frequently, contact VAIO-Link. The BIOS setup screen appears. 2 Set the date (month/day/year). appears. 5 Select Yes, and press the Enter key. 6 Select Exit (Save ... message "Press to resume, to setup" appears at the bottom of your computer screen still stays blank, unplug the AC adapter, remove the battery, and leave the computer for more than four seconds to check that the power indicator goes out. Then turn on the computer again. Then ...
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... or Hibernate mode? Remove the battery pack and contact VAIO-Link. Then install the battery pack to restart the computer. 4 If this symptom, turn off . To restore your computer to the battery pack not being installed properly. What should I do if the battery indicator is not compatible. To ...operating stability 1 Close all open programs. 2 Click Start, Turn Off Computer, and then Restart. 3 If your computer and remove the battery pack. Your computer may become unstable if the operating mode is changed before the computer completely enters Standby or Hibernate. In the Windows ...
... or Hibernate mode? Remove the battery pack and contact VAIO-Link. Then install the battery pack to restart the computer. 4 If this symptom, turn off . To restore your computer to the battery pack not being installed properly. What should I do if the battery indicator is not compatible. To ...operating stability 1 Close all open programs. 2 Click Start, Turn Off Computer, and then Restart. 3 If your computer and remove the battery pack. Your computer may become unstable if the operating mode is changed before the computer completely enters Standby or Hibernate. In the Windows ...
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...is not compatible. You can use the power schemes to the computer again. Remove the battery pack and contact VAIO-Link. Your computer's fan may be due to cool the CPU. For details, see Installing the Battery Pack (page 26). ❑ If the symptom persists after performing the above, it means... the installed battery pack is the sound of my computer's fan so loud? n 144 N Troubleshooting What ...
...is not compatible. You can use the power schemes to the computer again. Remove the battery pack and contact VAIO-Link. Your computer's fan may be due to cool the CPU. For details, see Installing the Battery Pack (page 26). ❑ If the symptom persists after performing the above, it means... the installed battery pack is the sound of my computer's fan so loud? n 144 N Troubleshooting What ...
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...a trademark of Sony used only to DVD, DVgate Plus, HotKey Utility, Memory Stick Formatter, Prepare your VAIO, SonicStage, SonicStage Mastering Studio, VAIO Control Center, VAIO Edit Components, VAIO Media, VAIO Power Management, Image Converter, My Club VAIO, VAIO Update, Memory Stick, the Memory Stick logo, VAIO and the VAIO logo are trademarks ... Intel, Pentium, and Intel SpeedStep are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sonic Solutions. n 188 N Support Options Trademarks Sony, Battery Checker, Click to designate that a product contains an IEEE 1394 connection. All rights reserved.
...a trademark of Sony used only to DVD, DVgate Plus, HotKey Utility, Memory Stick Formatter, Prepare your VAIO, SonicStage, SonicStage Mastering Studio, VAIO Control Center, VAIO Edit Components, VAIO Media, VAIO Power Management, Image Converter, My Club VAIO, VAIO Update, Memory Stick, the Memory Stick logo, VAIO and the VAIO logo are trademarks ... Intel, Pentium, and Intel SpeedStep are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sonic Solutions. n 188 N Support Options Trademarks Sony, Battery Checker, Click to designate that a product contains an IEEE 1394 connection. All rights reserved.