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... Considerations ...9 Getting Started ...11 Locating Controls and Ports...12 About the Indicator Lights ...25 Connecting a Power Source ...27 Using the Battery Pack ...29 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely ...34 Using Your VAIO Computer ...35 Using the Keyboard ...36 Using the Touch Pad ...38 Using Special-function Buttons ...39 Using the Built-in...
... Considerations ...9 Getting Started ...11 Locating Controls and Ports...12 About the Indicator Lights ...25 Connecting a Power Source ...27 Using the Battery Pack ...29 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely ...34 Using Your VAIO Computer ...35 Using the Keyboard ...36 Using the Touch Pad ...38 Using Special-function Buttons ...39 Using the Built-in...
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...Computer...160 On Using the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...162 On Handling Floppy Disks ...162 On Handling Discs ...163 On Using the Battery Pack...164 On Using Headphones...165 On Handling Memory Stick Media...166 On Handling the Hard Disk ...167 On Handling the Memory Card ...Adapter...168 Troubleshooting ...169 Computer ...171 System Security ...178 Battery...179 Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...181 Internet ...184 Networking ...186 Bluetooth Technology ...189 Optical Discs ...193 Display ...197 Printing ...201 Microphone ......
...Computer...160 On Using the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...162 On Handling Floppy Disks ...162 On Handling Discs ...163 On Using the Battery Pack...164 On Using Headphones...165 On Handling Memory Stick Media...166 On Handling the Hard Disk ...167 On Handling the Memory Card ...Adapter...168 Troubleshooting ...169 Computer ...171 System Security ...178 Battery...179 Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...181 Internet ...184 Networking ...186 Bluetooth Technology ...189 Optical Discs ...193 Display ...197 Printing ...201 Microphone ......
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... up your system. Upon completion, connect one device (for the first time, do not connect any new hardware that did not originally come with your VAIO computer. ! Make sure to get started with only the supplied accessories connected and set up your computer with using your computer. Before starting your computer... manufacturer's instructions. ❑ Locating Controls and Ports (page 12) ❑ About the Indicator Lights (page 25) ❑ Connecting a Power Source (page 27) ❑ Using the Battery Pack (page 29) ❑ Shutting Down Your Computer Safely (page 34)
... up your system. Upon completion, connect one device (for the first time, do not connect any new hardware that did not originally come with your VAIO computer. ! Make sure to get started with only the supplied accessories connected and set up your computer with using your computer. Before starting your computer... manufacturer's instructions. ❑ Locating Controls and Ports (page 12) ❑ About the Indicator Lights (page 25) ❑ Connecting a Power Source (page 27) ❑ Using the Battery Pack (page 29) ❑ Shutting Down Your Computer Safely (page 34)
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...) N Built-in speakers (stereo) E Keyboard (page 36) F Touch pad (page 38) G Power indicator (page 25) H Battery indicator (page 25) I Hard disk drive indicator (page 25) J Memory Stick Duo/PRO Duo media indicator (page 25) K LCD screen lid LOCK/RELEASE switch Make sure to slide this switch to the LOCK... position before moving your computer. VGN-FE800 Series Models Front n 13 N Getting Started A Built-in MOTION EYE...
...) N Built-in speakers (stereo) E Keyboard (page 36) F Touch pad (page 38) G Power indicator (page 25) H Battery indicator (page 25) I Hard disk drive indicator (page 25) J Memory Stick Duo/PRO Duo media indicator (page 25) K LCD screen lid LOCK/RELEASE switch Make sure to slide this switch to the LOCK... position before moving your computer. VGN-FE800 Series Models Front n 13 N Getting Started A Built-in MOTION EYE...
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Back A Air vent B Battery connector (page 29) n 15 N Getting Started
Back A Air vent B Battery connector (page 29) n 15 N Getting Started
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VGN-AR300 Series Models Front n 19 N Getting Started A Built-in MOTION EYE camera (page 41) B Built-in MOTION EYE camera indicator (page 25) C LCD screen (page 158) D Keyboard (page 36) E Built-in microphone (monaural) O SD memory card indicator (page 25) P Memory Stick PRO/Duo media slot*1 (...models only. N Built-in speakers (stereo) F VAIO logo lamp (page 39) G Power button / Power indicator (page 25) H Touch pad (page 38) I Power indicator (page 25) J Battery indicator (page 25) K Hard disk drive indicator (page 25) L Memory Stick PRO/Duo media indicator (page 25) M LCD screen lid LOCK...
VGN-AR300 Series Models Front n 19 N Getting Started A Built-in MOTION EYE camera (page 41) B Built-in MOTION EYE camera indicator (page 25) C LCD screen (page 158) D Keyboard (page 36) E Built-in microphone (monaural) O SD memory card indicator (page 25) P Memory Stick PRO/Duo media slot*1 (...models only. N Built-in speakers (stereo) F VAIO logo lamp (page 39) G Power button / Power indicator (page 25) H Touch pad (page 38) I Power indicator (page 25) J Battery indicator (page 25) K Hard disk drive indicator (page 25) L Memory Stick PRO/Duo media indicator (page 25) M LCD screen lid LOCK...
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speeds. Back n 21 N Getting Started A VHF/UHF port*1 (page 51) B Air vent C Battery connector (page 29) D Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) port*2 (page 129) E DC IN port (page 27) *1 On selected models only. *2 Supports high-/full-/low-
speeds. Back n 21 N Getting Started A VHF/UHF port*1 (page 51) B Air vent C Battery connector (page 29) D Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) port*2 (page 129) E DC IN port (page 27) *1 On selected models only. *2 Supports high-/full-/low-
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... Illuminates when the power of power, and double-blinks when the battery pack is not being used . Press it a second time to activate the numeric keypad. Battery e Illuminates when the computer is using battery power, blinks when the battery pack is running out of the computer is on, blinks when ... Series only) Illuminates when data is read from or written to the optical disc. Memory Stick Duo/PRO Duo media (VGN-FE800 Series) Memory Stick PRO/Duo media (VGN-AR300 Series) Illuminates when data is read from or written to turn off . Num lock Press the Num Lk key to ...
... Illuminates when the power of power, and double-blinks when the battery pack is not being used . Press it a second time to activate the numeric keypad. Battery e Illuminates when the computer is using battery power, blinks when the battery pack is running out of the computer is on, blinks when ... Series only) Illuminates when data is read from or written to the optical disc. Memory Stick Duo/PRO Duo media (VGN-FE800 Series) Memory Stick PRO/Duo media (VGN-AR300 Series) Illuminates when data is read from or written to turn off . Num lock Press the Num Lk key to ...
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Using the AC Adapter ✍ Use your computer. To use either an AC adapter or a rechargeable battery pack as a power source for your computer only with the supplied AC adapter. The shape of the power cord into an AC outlet (2). 3 Plug the ...
Using the AC Adapter ✍ Use your computer. To use either an AC adapter or a rechargeable battery pack as a power source for your computer only with the supplied AC adapter. The shape of the power cord into an AC outlet (2). 3 Plug the ...
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Installing the Battery Pack To install the battery pack ✍ The illustrations in the following show the VGN-FE800 Series model computer as an example. 1 Turn off the computer and close the LCD screen lid. 2 Slide the battery lock switch (1) to secure the battery pack on the computer. n 29 N Getting Started 4 Slide the battery lock switch (1) to the LOCK position to the UNLOCK position. 3 Slide the battery pack into the battery compartment until it clicks into place. Using the Battery Pack The battery pack supplied with your computer is not fully charged at the time of purchase.
Installing the Battery Pack To install the battery pack ✍ The illustrations in the following show the VGN-FE800 Series model computer as an example. 1 Turn off the computer and close the LCD screen lid. 2 Slide the battery lock switch (1) to secure the battery pack on the computer. n 29 N Getting Started 4 Slide the battery lock switch (1) to the LOCK position to the UNLOCK position. 3 Slide the battery pack into the battery compartment until it clicks into place. Using the Battery Pack The battery pack supplied with your computer is not fully charged at the time of purchase.
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This computer is directly connected to operate only with genuine Sony batteries. n 30 N Getting Started ✍ When your computer is designed to AC power and has a battery pack installed, it uses power from the AC outlet. !
This computer is directly connected to operate only with genuine Sony batteries. n 30 N Getting Started ✍ When your computer is designed to AC power and has a battery pack installed, it uses power from the AC outlet. !
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... in a double blink pattern as the battery pack charges). n 31 N Getting Started Charging the Battery Pack The battery pack supplied with your computer is about 85% charged, the battery indicator turns off. The battery pack is running out of purchase. The battery pack is charging. To charge the battery pack 1 Install the battery pack. 2 Connect the AC adapter...
... in a double blink pattern as the battery pack charges). n 31 N Getting Started Charging the Battery Pack The battery pack supplied with your computer is about 85% charged, the battery indicator turns off. The battery pack is running out of purchase. The battery pack is charging. To charge the battery pack 1 Install the battery pack. 2 Connect the AC adapter...
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... devices, your computer while it uses power from the AC outlet. Keep the battery pack in your computer may not enter Hibernate mode even when battery life is directly connected to recharge the battery pack or shut down your data frequently and manually activate a power management mode,.... n 32 N Getting Started ✍ When the battery pack is nearly depleted, both the battery and power indicator lights blink. When battery life is running out of power, both the battery and power indicator lights start flashing. If the battery pack wears out when the computer enters Sleep mode,...
... devices, your computer while it uses power from the AC outlet. Keep the battery pack in your computer may not enter Hibernate mode even when battery life is directly connected to recharge the battery pack or shut down your data frequently and manually activate a power management mode,.... n 32 N Getting Started ✍ When the battery pack is nearly depleted, both the battery and power indicator lights blink. When battery life is running out of power, both the battery and power indicator lights start flashing. If the battery pack wears out when the computer enters Sleep mode,...
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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 the following show the VGN-FE800 Series model computer as an example. 1 Turn off the computer and close the LCD screen lid. 2 Slide the battery lock switch (1) to the UNLOCK position. 3 Slide and hold the battery release latch (2) and slide the battery pack away from the computer. n 33 N Getting Started Removing the Battery Pack ! To remove the battery pack ✍ The illustrations in Sleep mode.
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 the following show the VGN-FE800 Series model computer as an example. 1 Turn off the computer and close the LCD screen lid. 2 Slide the battery lock switch (1) to the UNLOCK position. 3 Slide and hold the battery release latch (2) and slide the battery pack away from the computer. n 33 N Getting Started Removing the Battery Pack ! To remove the battery pack ✍ The illustrations in Sleep mode.
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...the surface of the disc irreparably. ❑ Connect and use the AC adapter to power your computer or make sure your battery pack is at least 50 percent charged. ❑ Make sure you burned with your computer while writing data to a ...you eject it. For example, if you have a disc with data that you use circular discs. n 46 N Using Your VAIO Computer Notes on the optical disc drive, you need to close all other shape (star, heart, card, etc.), as this... data on a disc readable on writing data to a disc ❑ Use only Sony Value-added software when writing to CD/DVD media. (e.g.
...the surface of the disc irreparably. ❑ Connect and use the AC adapter to power your computer or make sure your battery pack is at least 50 percent charged. ❑ Make sure you burned with your computer while writing data to a ...you eject it. For example, if you have a disc with data that you use circular discs. n 46 N Using Your VAIO Computer Notes on the optical disc drive, you need to close all other shape (star, heart, card, etc.), as this... data on a disc readable on writing data to a disc ❑ Use only Sony Value-added software when writing to CD/DVD media. (e.g.
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n 64 N Using Your VAIO Computer Before you use the remote commander Before using the remote commander, you need to insert the supplied AA manganese batteries and connect the remote sensor to enable communication between the computer and the remote commander. To insert batteries 1 Turn the remote commander over. 2 Slightly push down the dented area (1), slide the battery cover in the direction of the arrow, and remove the cover.
n 64 N Using Your VAIO Computer Before you use the remote commander Before using the remote commander, you need to insert the supplied AA manganese batteries and connect the remote sensor to enable communication between the computer and the remote commander. To insert batteries 1 Turn the remote commander over. 2 Slightly push down the dented area (1), slide the battery cover in the direction of the arrow, and remove the cover.
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n 65 N Using Your VAIO Computer 4 Put the battery cover back on the remote commander and slide it in the reverse direction of time, remove the batteries to replace the batteries. When the remote commander has not been used for an extended period of the arrow illustrated above until the cover clicks into the remote commander. 3 Insert the supplied two AA batteries into place. ✍ If the remote commander does not operate properly, you may need to avoid possible damage from battery leakage.
n 65 N Using Your VAIO Computer 4 Put the battery cover back on the remote commander and slide it in the reverse direction of time, remove the batteries to replace the batteries. When the remote commander has not been used for an extended period of the arrow illustrated above until the cover clicks into the remote commander. 3 Insert the supplied two AA batteries into place. ✍ If the remote commander does not operate properly, you may need to avoid possible damage from battery leakage.
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... Series models, you purchased is equipped with a size adjuster for use this size adjuster. Proceed with VGN-AR300 Series models. The multi function bay docking station is VGN-AR300 Series, follow these steps to slide out and secure the size adjuster. n 105 N Using Peripheral Devices Attaching Your Computer to the multi function... Bay Docking Station ! If the model you do not attach the computer to use with the steps described in To attach your computer has no battery pack installed, do not need to the multi function bay docking station.
... Series models, you purchased is equipped with a size adjuster for use this size adjuster. Proceed with VGN-AR300 Series models. The multi function bay docking station is VGN-AR300 Series, follow these steps to slide out and secure the size adjuster. n 105 N Using Peripheral Devices Attaching Your Computer to the multi function... Bay Docking Station ! If the model you do not attach the computer to use with the steps described in To attach your computer has no battery pack installed, do not need to the multi function bay docking station.
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... unsaved data or a failure of unsaved data. Use of the computer still on the docking station may result in loss of the computer. When the battery pack is lit may cause unstable operations. Once you have completed the steps in use before disconnection. Be sure to the multi function bay docking...
... unsaved data or a failure of unsaved data. Use of the computer still on the docking station may result in loss of the computer. When the battery pack is lit may cause unstable operations. Once you have completed the steps in use before disconnection. Be sure to the multi function bay docking...
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...for your computer, you can take advantage of power management settings to conserve battery life. n 142 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using the Power Saving Modes When you use . When using battery power, you to recharge the battery pack or shut down your computer has two distinct power saving modes: ... mode, which allows you should either attach the AC adapter to turn off specific devices, your computer and install a fully charged battery pack. If the battery level falls below 10 percent, you select. ! Using Normal Mode This is the normal state of the power management setting you...
...for your computer, you can take advantage of power management settings to conserve battery life. n 142 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using the Power Saving Modes When you use . When using battery power, you to recharge the battery pack or shut down your computer has two distinct power saving modes: ... mode, which allows you should either attach the AC adapter to turn off specific devices, your computer and install a fully charged battery pack. If the battery level falls below 10 percent, you select. ! Using Normal Mode This is the normal state of the power management setting you...