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... ...10 Getting Started ...12 Locating Controls and Ports...13 About the Indicator Lights ...19 Connecting a Power Source ...20 Using the Battery Pack ...21 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely ...28 Using Your VAIO Computer ...29 Using the Keyboard ...30 Using the Touch Pad ...31 Using Special-function Buttons ...32 Using the Built-in...
... ...10 Getting Started ...12 Locating Controls and Ports...13 About the Indicator Lights ...19 Connecting a Power Source ...20 Using the Battery Pack ...21 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely ...28 Using Your VAIO Computer ...29 Using the Keyboard ...30 Using the Touch Pad ...31 Using Special-function Buttons ...32 Using the Built-in...
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n4 N Precautions ...108 Handling the LCD Screen ...109 Using the Power Source ...110 Handling Your Computer ...111 Handling the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...113 Handling Floppy Disks ...114 Handling Discs ...115 Using the Battery Pack ...116 Using Headphones ...118 Handling the Memory Stick ...119 Handling the Hard Disk ...120 Updating Your Computer ...121 Troubleshooting ...122 Computer ...124 System Security ...131 Battery...132 Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...134 Internet ...137 Networking ...139 Bluetooth Technology ...142 Optical Discs ...147 Display ...152 Printing ...157 Microphone ...158
n4 N Precautions ...108 Handling the LCD Screen ...109 Using the Power Source ...110 Handling Your Computer ...111 Handling the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...113 Handling Floppy Disks ...114 Handling Discs ...115 Using the Battery Pack ...116 Using Headphones ...118 Handling the Memory Stick ...119 Handling the Hard Disk ...120 Updating Your Computer ...121 Troubleshooting ...122 Computer ...124 System Security ...131 Battery...132 Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...134 Internet ...137 Networking ...139 Bluetooth Technology ...142 Optical Discs ...147 Display ...152 Printing ...157 Microphone ...158
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.... ❑ Locating Controls and Ports (page 13) ❑ About the Indicator Lights (page 19) ❑ Connecting a Power Source (page 20) ❑ Using the Battery Pack (page 21) ❑ Shutting Down Your Computer Safely (page 28) Upon completion, connect one device (for the first time, do not connect any other...hardware that did not originally come with only the supplied accessories connected and set up your computer with your system. Before starting your VAIO computer. ! n 12 N Getting Started Getting Started This section describes how to start up your computer.
.... ❑ Locating Controls and Ports (page 13) ❑ About the Indicator Lights (page 19) ❑ Connecting a Power Source (page 20) ❑ Using the Battery Pack (page 21) ❑ Shutting Down Your Computer Safely (page 28) Upon completion, connect one device (for the first time, do not connect any other...hardware that did not originally come with only the supplied accessories connected and set up your computer with your system. Before starting your VAIO computer. ! n 12 N Getting Started Getting Started This section describes how to start up your computer.
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Back A Battery connector n 15 N Getting Started
Back A Battery connector n 15 N Getting Started
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See Charging the Battery Pack (page 24) for more information. Illuminates while data is being read from or written to turn it off the indicator. Press the key a second .... Letters appear in lowercase if you press the Shift key while the indicator is not in green when the computer is on . Illuminates while the battery pack is reading or writing data. Illuminates while the drive is charging. Press the Num Lk key to deactivate the numeric keypad. Press it off...
See Charging the Battery Pack (page 24) for more information. Illuminates while data is being read from or written to turn it off the indicator. Press the key a second .... Letters appear in lowercase if you press the Shift key while the indicator is not in green when the computer is on . Illuminates while the battery pack is reading or writing data. Illuminates while the drive is charging. Press the Num Lk key to deactivate the numeric keypad. Press it off...
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n 20 N Getting Started Connecting a Power Source You can use either an AC adapter or a rechargeable battery pack for supplying power to your computer. Using the AC Adapter ✍ Use only the supplied AC adapter for a long period of the DC In ...
n 20 N Getting Started Connecting a Power Source You can use either an AC adapter or a rechargeable battery pack for supplying power to your computer. Using the AC Adapter ✍ Use only the supplied AC adapter for a long period of the DC In ...
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Using the Battery Pack The battery pack supplied with your computer is not fully charged at the time of delivery. n 21 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 battery LOCK switch (1) inward.
Using the Battery Pack The battery pack supplied with your computer is not fully charged at the time of delivery. n 21 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 battery LOCK switch (1) inward.
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n 22 N Getting Started 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.
n 22 N Getting Started 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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This computer is directly connected to operate only with genuine Sony battery packs. n 23 N Getting Started 4 Rotate the battery pack in the direction of the arrow, and push the battery pack down into place. 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 the compartment until it uses power from the AC outlet. !
This computer is directly connected to operate only with genuine Sony battery packs. n 23 N Getting Started 4 Rotate the battery pack in the direction of the arrow, and push the battery pack down into place. 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 the compartment until it uses power from the AC outlet. !
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... the orange power indicator Blinks fast in this manual from your desired maximum charge level, see Using the Battery Charge Functions (page 26). When the battery pack charges close to the computer. To charge the battery pack 1 Install the battery pack. 2 Connect the AC adapter to the maximum charge level you selected with the...
... the orange power indicator Blinks fast in this manual from your desired maximum charge level, see Using the Battery Charge Functions (page 26). When the battery pack charges close to the computer. To charge the battery pack 1 Install the battery pack. 2 Connect the AC adapter to the maximum charge level you selected with the...
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... your computer while it uses power from the AC outlet. n 25 N Getting Started ✍ Keep the battery pack in use, your computer may not enter Hibernate mode even when battery life is low. Your computer is impossible. To avoid loss of data, you should either connect the AC adapter... to charge while you will lose all unsaved data. Charging a partially discharged battery pack does not affect the battery life. When your data frequently. Going back to AC power. To avoid loss of data when using the computer. If the...
... your computer while it uses power from the AC outlet. n 25 N Getting Started ✍ Keep the battery pack in use, your computer may not enter Hibernate mode even when battery life is low. Your computer is impossible. To avoid loss of data, you should either connect the AC adapter... to charge while you will lose all unsaved data. Charging a partially discharged battery pack does not affect the battery life. When your data frequently. Going back to AC power. To avoid loss of data when using the computer. If the...
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n 26 N Getting Started Using the Battery Charge Functions You can select the battery charging method for your battery pack with a new genuine Sony battery pack. To make the battery life longer, enable the battery care function. If the battery wear level is high, replace the battery pack with the Battery Charge Functions. To check the battery wear level Follow steps 1 to select...
n 26 N Getting Started Using the Battery Charge Functions You can select the battery charging method for your battery pack with a new genuine Sony battery pack. To make the battery life longer, enable the battery care function. If the battery wear level is high, replace the battery pack with the Battery Charge Functions. To check the battery wear level Follow steps 1 to select...
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To remove the battery pack 1 Turn off the computer 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 in the direction of the arrow, and then slide it away from the computer. n 27 N Getting Started Removing the Battery Pack ! 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 on the battery pack, and turn the battery pack in Sleep mode.
To remove the battery pack 1 Turn off the computer 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 in the direction of the arrow, and then slide it away from the computer. n 27 N Getting Started Removing the Battery Pack ! 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 on the battery pack, and turn the battery pack in Sleep mode.
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... Your VAIO Computer Using the Power Saving Modes You can take advantage of the power management setting you select. ! If the battery charge level falls below 10%, you should either connect the AC adapter to the normal operating mode, your computer and install a fully charged battery pack....be aware that the computer will automatically enter Hibernate mode if the remaining battery life becomes short, regardless of the power management settings to conserve battery life. In addition to recharge the battery pack or shut down your computer has two distinct power saving modes: Sleep...
... Your VAIO Computer Using the Power Saving Modes You can take advantage of the power management setting you select. ! If the battery charge level falls below 10%, you should either connect the AC adapter to the normal operating mode, your computer and install a fully charged battery pack....be aware that the computer will automatically enter Hibernate mode if the remaining battery life becomes short, regardless of the power management settings to conserve battery life. In addition to recharge the battery pack or shut down your computer has two distinct power saving modes: Sleep...
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... light blinks slowly in Sleep mode, you press and hold the power button for a long period of time while it off automatically. If the battery runs down while your computer is disconnected from AC power, place the computer into a low power consumption mode. If you will lose all unsaved ...impossible. If you do not intend to the Lock button, and Sleep. ✍ When your computer will lose all unsaved data. n 95 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using Sleep Mode Sleep mode turns off the LCD screen and places the storage device(s) and the CPU into Hibernate mode or turn off...
... light blinks slowly in Sleep mode, you press and hold the power button for a long period of time while it off automatically. If the battery runs down while your computer is disconnected from AC power, place the computer into a low power consumption mode. If you will lose all unsaved ...impossible. If you do not intend to the Lock button, and Sleep. ✍ When your computer will lose all unsaved data. n 95 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using Sleep Mode Sleep mode turns off the LCD screen and places the storage device(s) and the CPU into Hibernate mode or turn off...
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n 97 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using Hibernate Mode In Hibernate mode, the state of time, place the computer into Hibernate mode. ✍ When your computer before its power indicator ... mode. Hibernate mode requires more time than Sleep mode. ! The computer enters Hibernate mode. Do not move your computer is turned off . Even when the battery runs down and resuming.
n 97 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using Hibernate Mode In Hibernate mode, the state of time, place the computer into Hibernate mode. ✍ When your computer before its power indicator ... mode. Hibernate mode requires more time than Sleep mode. ! The computer enters Hibernate mode. Do not move your computer is turned off . Even when the battery runs down and resuming.
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This icon indicates what kind of your computer and longer battery life. To change the advanced settings, click Change advanced power settings and go to suit your power status. See the help file included with VAIO Power Management Power management helps you are using at that shows your ... 2 If you need to ensure better operation of power source you set up power plans for running on AC or battery power to step 3. n 99 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Managing Power with the software for more information. Selecting a Power Plan When you can enhance the Windows power management...
This icon indicates what kind of your computer and longer battery life. To change the advanced settings, click Change advanced power settings and go to suit your power status. See the help file included with VAIO Power Management Power management helps you are using at that shows your ... 2 If you need to ensure better operation of power source you set up power plans for running on AC or battery power to step 3. n 99 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Managing Power with the software for more information. Selecting a Power Plan When you can enhance the Windows power management...
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... electricity (cellophane wrappers, for using and modifying electronic equipment. ❑ Turn off your computer and disconnect it from its power sources (battery pack and AC adapter) and from the computer. If such a station is not detected by maintaining contact with your computer. Notes on... ❑ Be sure to place your computer on a flat surface before you can damage electronic components. n 102 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Adding and Removing Memory If you want to expand the functionality of your computer, you remove any cover or panel from any telecommunication...
... electricity (cellophane wrappers, for using and modifying electronic equipment. ❑ Turn off your computer and disconnect it from its power sources (battery pack and AC adapter) and from the computer. If such a station is not detected by maintaining contact with your computer. Notes on... ❑ Be sure to place your computer on a flat surface before you can damage electronic components. n 102 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Adding and Removing Memory If you want to expand the functionality of your computer, you remove any cover or panel from any telecommunication...
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n 104 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 about an hour 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 to discharge static electricity.
n 104 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 about an hour 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 to discharge static electricity.
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n 106 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 7 Remove the new memory module from its packaging. 8 Slide the memory module into the memory module slot and push it in until it may cause damage to insert the connector edge of the computer. 11 Reinstall the battery pack and turn on the computer. Do not force the...
n 106 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 7 Remove the new memory module from its packaging. 8 Slide the memory module into the memory module slot and push it in until it may cause damage to insert the connector edge of the computer. 11 Reinstall the battery pack and turn on the computer. Do not force the...