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n2 N Contents Before Use ...5 Documentation ...5 Ergonomic Considerations ...7 Getting Started ...9 Locating Controls and Ports...10 About the Indicator Lights ...16 Connecting a Power Source ...17 Using the Battery Pack ...18 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely ...23 Using Your VAIO Computer ...24 Using the Keyboard ...25 Using the Touch Pad ...27 Using the Optical Disc Drive ...28 Using PC Cards ...36 Using the Memory Stick Media ...39 Using the Internet...42 Using Wireless LAN (WLAN) ...43
n2 N Contents Before Use ...5 Documentation ...5 Ergonomic Considerations ...7 Getting Started ...9 Locating Controls and Ports...10 About the Indicator Lights ...16 Connecting a Power Source ...17 Using the Battery Pack ...18 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely ...23 Using Your VAIO Computer ...24 Using the Keyboard ...25 Using the Touch Pad ...27 Using the Optical Disc Drive ...28 Using PC Cards ...36 Using the Memory Stick Media ...39 Using the Internet...42 Using Wireless LAN (WLAN) ...43
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Before the first computer startup, do not connect any new hardware that did not normally come with your VAIO computer. ! n9 N Getting Started Getting Started This section describes how to start up your computer with only the supplied accessories connected and set up your ... manufacturer's instructions. ❑ Locating Controls and Ports (page 10) ❑ About the Indicator Lights (page 16) ❑ Connecting a Power Source (page 17) ❑ Using the Battery Pack (page 18) ❑ Shutting Down Your Computer Safely (page 23)
Before the first computer startup, do not connect any new hardware that did not normally come with your VAIO computer. ! n9 N Getting Started Getting Started This section describes how to start up your computer with only the supplied accessories connected and set up your ... manufacturer's instructions. ❑ Locating Controls and Ports (page 10) ❑ About the Indicator Lights (page 16) ❑ Connecting a Power Source (page 17) ❑ Using the Battery Pack (page 18) ❑ Shutting Down Your Computer Safely (page 23)
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... not be able to play DVDs created on discs. This will affect the use the AC adapter to power the computer or make sure your battery is at least 50 percent charged. ❑ Some DVD players and computer's DVD drives may cause writing errors. ❑ Do not switch power... non-cartridge discs or discs with DVD-RAM version 1.0 is available only on discs supporting DVD+R DL (Double Layer) recording. n 31 N Using Your VAIO Computer ✍ Supports writing to DVD-RW discs compliant with DVD-R for General version 2.0/2.1. Supports writing to DVD+R DL (Double Layer) discs is not supported...
... not be able to play DVDs created on discs. This will affect the use the AC adapter to power the computer or make sure your battery is at least 50 percent charged. ❑ Some DVD players and computer's DVD drives may cause writing errors. ❑ Do not switch power... non-cartridge discs or discs with DVD-RAM version 1.0 is available only on discs supporting DVD+R DL (Double Layer) recording. n 31 N Using Your VAIO Computer ✍ Supports writing to DVD-RW discs compliant with DVD-R for General version 2.0/2.1. Supports writing to DVD+R DL (Double Layer) discs is not supported...
User Manual
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...two distinct power saving modes: Standby and Hibernate. In addition to the normal operating mode, which allows you to conserve battery life. n 74 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using the Power Saving Modes When you use . Using Normal Mode This is the normal state of the power management... setting you should be aware that the computer automatically enters Hibernate mode when the remaining battery charge becomes short, regardless of...
...two distinct power saving modes: Standby and Hibernate. In addition to the normal operating mode, which allows you to conserve battery life. n 74 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using the Power Saving Modes When you use . Using Normal Mode This is the normal state of the power management... setting you should be aware that the computer automatically enters Hibernate mode when the remaining battery charge becomes short, regardless of...
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n 75 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using Standby Mode Standby mode turns off automatically. The computer comes out of Standby mode quicker than out of data, you should save your ... disk and the CPU to the previous work state is in this , you cannot insert a disc. Standby mode uses more than Hibernate mode. ! If the battery runs down when the computer enters Standby mode, you press the power button for 25 minutes, it will lose any unsaved data. ✍ When the...
n 75 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using Standby Mode Standby mode turns off automatically. The computer comes out of Standby mode quicker than out of data, you should save your ... disk and the CPU to the previous work state is in this , you cannot insert a disc. Standby mode uses more than Hibernate mode. ! If the battery runs down when the computer enters Standby mode, you press the power button for 25 minutes, it will lose any unsaved data. ✍ When the...
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...Turn Off Computer. 2 Click Hibernate. The computer returns to Normal mode Turn on the hard disk and power is turned off. n 77 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. If you press... computer will be lost. The power indicator light is off automatically. The Hibernating screen appears and the computer enters Hibernate mode. Even when the battery runs down, no data will switch off in this mode. To activate Hibernate mode Press the Fn+F12 keys. To return to its previous state...
...Turn Off Computer. 2 Click Hibernate. The computer returns to Normal mode Turn on the hard disk and power is turned off. n 77 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. If you press... computer will be lost. The power indicator light is off automatically. The Hibernating screen appears and the computer enters Hibernate mode. Even when the battery runs down, no data will switch off in this mode. To activate Hibernate mode Press the Fn+F12 keys. To return to its previous state...
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For more information on VAIO Power Management, see the help file on AC power or batteries to suit your computer and for VAIO computers. VAIO Power Management is a software application developed exclusively for longer battery life. With this software application, you to set up power schemes for running on the VAIO Power Management software. n 79 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Managing Power with VAIO Power Management Power management helps you can enhance the Windows power management functions to ensure better operations of your requirements for power consumption.
For more information on VAIO Power Management, see the help file on AC power or batteries to suit your computer and for VAIO computers. VAIO Power Management is a software application developed exclusively for longer battery life. With this software application, you to set up power schemes for running on the VAIO Power Management software. n 79 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Managing Power with VAIO Power Management Power management helps you can enhance the Windows power management functions to ensure better operations of your requirements for power consumption.
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...the computer or Windows becomes unstable, contact your sales dealer or the manufacturer of your manufacturer's warranty. ❑ Only use memory modules that is, battery or AC adapter) and from ESD. The package protects the module from any telecommunication links, networks, or modems before you open the memory module package...depends on adding/removing memory modules ❑ Be careful when changing memory. Install the memory module only at an ESD workstation. n 83 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Adding and Removing Memory If you want to expand the functionality of your model.
...the computer or Windows becomes unstable, contact your sales dealer or the manufacturer of your manufacturer's warranty. ❑ Only use memory modules that is, battery or AC adapter) and from ESD. The package protects the module from any telecommunication links, networks, or modems before you open the memory module package...depends on adding/removing memory modules ❑ Be careful when changing memory. Install the memory module only at an ESD workstation. n 83 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Adding and Removing Memory If you want to expand the functionality of your model.
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n 85 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 screw (indicated by the arrow 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 85 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 screw (indicated by the arrow 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 computer. n 87 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 8 Slide the memory module into the memory module slot and push it in until it clicks into place. ! Do not damage the inner film cover equipped for module protection. 9 Replace the memory module compartment cover. 10 Tighten the screw on the bottom of the computer. 11 Reinstall the battery and turn on the motherboard.
Do not touch any other components on the computer. n 87 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 8 Slide the memory module into the memory module slot and push it in until it clicks into place. ! Do not damage the inner film cover equipped for module protection. 9 Replace the memory module compartment cover. 10 Tighten the screw on the bottom of the computer. 11 Reinstall the battery and turn on the motherboard.
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...problems have simple solutions. Try these suggestions before visiting the Sony online support Web site at http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ for customers in USA, at http://www.sony.ca/support for customers in Canada, or at http://esupport.sony.com/ES/ for customers in Latin American countries or ...areas. ❑ Computer (page 100) ❑ System Security (page 108) ❑ Battery (page 110) ...
...problems have simple solutions. Try these suggestions before visiting the Sony online support Web site at http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ for customers in USA, at http://www.sony.ca/support for customers in Canada, or at http://esupport.sony.com/ES/ for customers in Latin American countries or ...areas. ❑ Computer (page 100) ❑ System Security (page 108) ❑ Battery (page 110) ...
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... AC adapter and reinstall the battery, and press the power button to turn on the computer. ❑ Condensation may have inserted since purchase. ❑ Check that came with your VAIO computer. Make sure the brightness and contrast controls are supplied by Sony for at least one hour....into a power source and turned on. See the manual that you are using the supplied Sony AC adapter. n 100 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 power indicator shows the power...
... AC adapter and reinstall the battery, and press the power button to turn on the computer. ❑ Condensation may have inserted since purchase. ❑ Check that came with your VAIO computer. Make sure the brightness and contrast controls are supplied by Sony for at least one hour....into a power source and turned on. See the manual that you are using the supplied Sony AC adapter. n 100 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 power indicator shows the power...
Brochure
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...and Memory Stick DUO™ media with self repair kits. VGN-FS940 VAIO® FS Series Notebook PC Specifications General Computer Type: Notebook Type of Use: Portable Action Buttons: Wireless LAN on the Sony Notebook Computer are subject to change without notice. Type II/Type... Modem (RJ-11) Wireless LAN: Intel® PRO/Wireless 2200BG Network Connection (802.11b/g)3 Power Battery Type: Lithium-ion Battery (VGP-BPS2A) Estimated Battery Life: 2.0-4.0 hours7 (Standard Battery) Power Requirements: 110W+10% Software Operating System: Microsoft® Windows® XP Home Edition with ...
...and Memory Stick DUO™ media with self repair kits. VGN-FS940 VAIO® FS Series Notebook PC Specifications General Computer Type: Notebook Type of Use: Portable Action Buttons: Wireless LAN on the Sony Notebook Computer are subject to change without notice. Type II/Type... Modem (RJ-11) Wireless LAN: Intel® PRO/Wireless 2200BG Network Connection (802.11b/g)3 Power Battery Type: Lithium-ion Battery (VGP-BPS2A) Estimated Battery Life: 2.0-4.0 hours7 (Standard Battery) Power Requirements: 110W+10% Software Operating System: Microsoft® Windows® XP Home Edition with ...