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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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n4 N Precautions ...89 On Handling the LCD Screen ...90 On Using the Power Source ...91 On Handling Your Computer...92 On Handling Floppy Disks ...94 On Handling Discs ...95 On Using the Battery Pack...96 On Using Headphones...97 On Handling Memory Stick Media...97 On Handling the Hard Disk ...98 Troubleshooting ...99 Computer ...100 System Security ...108 Battery...110 Internet ...112 Networking ...114 CDs and DVDs...117 Display ...122 Printing ...124 Microphone ...125 Mouse ...126 Speakers ...127 Touch Pad...128 Keyboard...129
n4 N Precautions ...89 On Handling the LCD Screen ...90 On Using the Power Source ...91 On Handling Your Computer...92 On Handling Floppy Disks ...94 On Handling Discs ...95 On Using the Battery Pack...96 On Using Headphones...97 On Handling Memory Stick Media...97 On Handling the Hard Disk ...98 Troubleshooting ...99 Computer ...100 System Security ...108 Battery...110 Internet ...112 Networking ...114 CDs and DVDs...117 Display ...122 Printing ...124 Microphone ...125 Mouse ...126 Speakers ...127 Touch Pad...128 Keyboard...129
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... 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) n9 N Getting Started Getting Started This section describes how to start up your computer...
... 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) n9 N Getting Started Getting Started This section describes how to start up your computer...
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n 10 N Getting Started Locating Controls and Ports Take a moment to identify the controls and ports shown on the following pages. Front A LCD screen (page 90) B Speakers C Keyboard (page 25) D Touch pad (page 27) E Power indicator (page 16) F Battery indicator (page 16) G Hard disk drive/Optical disc drive indicator (page 16) H Memory Stick media indicator (page 16) I WLAN (Wireless LAN) switch (page 43) J WLAN (Wireless LAN) indicator (page 16) K Headphones jack (page 53) L Microphone jack (page 61)
n 10 N Getting Started Locating Controls and Ports Take a moment to identify the controls and ports shown on the following pages. Front A LCD screen (page 90) B Speakers C Keyboard (page 25) D Touch pad (page 27) E Power indicator (page 16) F Battery indicator (page 16) G Hard disk drive/Optical disc drive indicator (page 16) H Memory Stick media indicator (page 16) I WLAN (Wireless LAN) switch (page 43) J WLAN (Wireless LAN) indicator (page 16) K Headphones jack (page 53) L Microphone jack (page 61)
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Back A Air vent B Battery connector (page 18) n 12 N Getting Started
Back A Air vent B Battery connector (page 18) n 12 N Getting Started
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... media. (Do not enter Standby mode or turn off the indicator. Press it a second time to change how you are using battery power, blinks when the battery is read from or written to type letters in Hibernate mode or off. The numeric keypad is not active when the indicator is...Your computer is off. The Scr Lk key functions differently depending on . Press the key a second time to activate the numeric keypad. Indicator Power 1 Battery e Memory Stick PRO/Duo Hard disk/Optical disc drive Num lock Caps lock Scroll lock WIRELESS LAN Functions Illuminates when the power of power, and...
... media. (Do not enter Standby mode or turn off the indicator. Press it a second time to change how you are using battery power, blinks when the battery is read from or written to type letters in Hibernate mode or off. The numeric keypad is not active when the indicator is...Your computer is off. The Scr Lk key functions differently depending on . Press the key a second time to activate the numeric keypad. Indicator Power 1 Battery e Memory Stick PRO/Duo Hard disk/Optical disc drive Num lock Caps lock Scroll lock WIRELESS LAN Functions Illuminates when the power of power, and...
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... attached to the AC adapter (3) into Hibernate mode. See Using Hibernate Mode (page 77). If you do not use either an AC adapter or a rechargeable battery pack as a power source for a long period of the DC In plug varies depending on the computer. ! The shape of time, put the computer into...
... attached to the AC adapter (3) into Hibernate mode. See Using Hibernate Mode (page 77). If you do not use either an AC adapter or a rechargeable battery pack as a power source for a long period of the DC In plug varies depending on the computer. ! The shape of time, put the computer into...
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Using the Battery Pack The battery pack supplied with your computer is not fully charged at the time of purchase. n 18 N Getting Started Installing the Battery Pack To install the battery pack 1 Turn off the computer and close the LCD screen lid. 2 Slide the lock switch (1) to the UNLOCK position. 3 Slide the battery 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. n 18 N Getting Started Installing the Battery Pack To install the battery pack 1 Turn off the computer and close the LCD screen lid. 2 Slide the lock switch (1) to the UNLOCK position. 3 Slide the battery into the battery compartment until it clicks into place.
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n 19 N Getting Started This computer is directly connected to operate only with genuine Sony batteries. 4 Slide the lock switch (1) to the LOCK position to secure the battery on the computer. ✍ When the computer is designed to AC power and has a battery pack installed, it uses power from the AC outlet. !
n 19 N Getting Started This computer is directly connected to operate only with genuine Sony batteries. 4 Slide the lock switch (1) to the LOCK position to secure the battery on the computer. ✍ When the computer is designed to AC power and has a battery pack installed, it uses power from the AC outlet. !
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.... The computer automatically charges the battery (the battery indicator light flashes in a double blink pattern as the battery charges). The battery is running out of purchase. The battery is using AC power. The computer is about 85% charged, the battery indicator turns off. n 20 N Getting Started Charging the Battery Pack The battery pack supplied with your computer is...
.... The computer automatically charges the battery (the battery indicator light flashes in a double blink pattern as the battery charges). The battery is running out of purchase. The battery is using AC power. The computer is about 85% charged, the battery indicator turns off. n 20 N Getting Started Charging the Battery Pack The battery pack supplied with your computer is...
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...applications and some peripheral devices, the computer may not enter Hibernate mode even when battery life is impossible. Going back to recharge the battery or shut down the computer and install a fully charged battery. If the battery level falls below 10%, you should either attach the AC adapter to the previous... you should save your data frequently. When the computer is directly connected to AC power and has a battery pack installed, it uses power from the AC outlet. Keep the battery pack in the computer while it is directly connected to AC power. To avoid loss of data when ...
...applications and some peripheral devices, the computer may not enter Hibernate mode even when battery life is impossible. Going back to recharge the battery or shut down the computer and install a fully charged battery. If the battery level falls below 10%, you should either attach the AC adapter to the previous... you should save your data frequently. When the computer is directly connected to AC power and has a battery pack installed, it uses power from the AC outlet. Keep the battery pack in the computer while it is directly connected to AC power. To avoid loss of data when ...
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n 22 N Getting Started Removing the Battery Pack ! To remove the battery pack 1 Turn off the computer and close the LCD screen lid. 2 Slide the lock switch (1) to the AC adapter or if you remove the battery pack while the computer is in Standby mode. You may lose data if you remove the battery while the computer is on and not connected to the UNLOCK position. 3 Slide and hold the release latch (2) and slide the battery away from the computer.
n 22 N Getting Started Removing the Battery Pack ! To remove the battery pack 1 Turn off the computer and close the LCD screen lid. 2 Slide the lock switch (1) to the AC adapter or if you remove the battery pack while the computer is in Standby mode. You may lose data if you remove the battery while the computer is on and not connected to the UNLOCK position. 3 Slide and hold the release latch (2) and slide the battery away from the computer.
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... discs, make sure you exit and close the session when you need to power the computer or make the data on a disc readable on your battery is at least 50 percent charged. ❑ Some DVD players and computer's DVD drives may cause writing errors. ❑ Do not switch power modes while...
... discs, make sure you exit and close the session when you need to power the computer or make the data on a disc readable on your battery is at least 50 percent charged. ❑ Some DVD players and computer's DVD drives may cause writing errors. ❑ Do not switch power modes while...
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... . The green power indicator light is in this mode. When using battery power, you should either attach the AC adapter to recharge the battery or shut down the computer and install a fully charged battery. If the battery level falls below 10 percent, you can take advantage of the computer..., you select. ! To save power while not working, you should be aware that the computer automatically enters Hibernate mode when the remaining battery charge becomes short, regardless of the power management setting you can turn off a specific device such as the power source for your computer ...
... . The green power indicator light is in this mode. When using battery power, you should either attach the AC adapter to recharge the battery or shut down the computer and install a fully charged battery. If the battery level falls below 10 percent, you can take advantage of the computer..., you select. ! To save power while not working, you should be aware that the computer automatically enters Hibernate mode when the remaining battery charge becomes short, regardless of the power management setting you can turn off a specific device such as the power source for your computer ...
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... mode. If you should save your data frequently. To avoid loss of Standby mode quicker than Hibernate mode. ! If the computer is impossible. If the battery runs down when the computer enters Standby mode, you can change the Standby mode settings. n 75 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using Standby Mode Standby mode...
... mode. If you should save your data frequently. To avoid loss of Standby mode quicker than Hibernate mode. ! If the computer is impossible. If the battery runs down when the computer enters Standby mode, you can change the Standby mode settings. n 75 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using Standby Mode Standby mode...
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... 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 switch off in this mode.
... 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 switch off in this mode.
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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 suit your computer and for power consumption. For more information on VAIO Power Management, see the help file on AC power or batteries to ensure better operations of your requirements for longer battery life. VAIO Power Management is a software application developed exclusively for VAIO computers.
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 suit your computer and for power consumption. For more information on VAIO Power Management, see the help file on AC power or batteries to ensure better operations of your requirements for longer battery life. VAIO Power Management is a software application developed exclusively for VAIO computers.
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... the computer. If a memory module is not detected by maintaining contact with the safety practices and regulatory compliance required for example). If such a station is , battery or AC adapter) and from ESD. The number of available slots depends on adding/removing memory modules ❑ Be careful when changing memory. n 83 N Upgrading...
... the computer. If a memory module is not detected by maintaining contact with the safety practices and regulatory compliance required for example). If such a station is , battery or AC adapter) and from ESD. The number of available slots depends on adding/removing memory modules ❑ Be careful when changing memory. n 83 N Upgrading...
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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.