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... ...10 Getting Started ...12 Locating Controls and Ports...13 About the Indicator Lights ...19 Connecting a Power Source ...21 Using the Battery Pack ...22 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely ...28 Using Your VAIO Computer ...29 Using the Keyboard ...30 Using the Touch Pad ...32 Using Special-function Buttons ...33 Using the Built-in...
... ...10 Getting Started ...12 Locating Controls and Ports...13 About the Indicator Lights ...19 Connecting a Power Source ...21 Using the Battery Pack ...22 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely ...28 Using Your VAIO Computer ...29 Using the Keyboard ...30 Using the Touch Pad ...32 Using Special-function Buttons ...33 Using the Built-in...
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...Computer...114 On Using the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...116 On Handling Floppy Disks ...117 On Handling Discs ...118 On Using the Battery Pack...119 On Using Headphones...121 On Handling Memory Stick Media...122 On Handling the Hard Disk ...123 On Updating Your Computer ...124... Troubleshooting ...125 Computer ...127 System Security ...134 Battery...135 Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...137 Internet ...140 Networking ...142 Bluetooth Technology ...145 Optical Discs ...149 Display ...153 Printing ...158 Microphone ...
...Computer...114 On Using the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...116 On Handling Floppy Disks ...117 On Handling Discs ...118 On Using the Battery Pack...119 On Using Headphones...121 On Handling Memory Stick Media...122 On Handling the Hard Disk ...123 On Updating Your Computer ...124... Troubleshooting ...125 Computer ...127 System Security ...134 Battery...135 Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...137 Internet ...140 Networking ...142 Bluetooth Technology ...145 Optical Discs ...149 Display ...153 Printing ...158 Microphone ...
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... Locating Controls and Ports (page 13) ❑ About the Indicator Lights (page 19) ❑ Connecting a Power Source (page 21) ❑ Using the Battery Pack (page 22) ❑ 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 VAIO computer. ! Be sure to get started using your computer. n 12 N Getting Started Getting Started This section describes how to start up...
... Locating Controls and Ports (page 13) ❑ About the Indicator Lights (page 19) ❑ Connecting a Power Source (page 21) ❑ Using the Battery Pack (page 22) ❑ 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 VAIO computer. ! Be sure to get started using your computer. n 12 N Getting Started Getting Started This section describes how to start up...
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and Duo-size Memory Stick media. n 14 N Getting Started A S1 button (page 33) B AV MODE button (page 33) C Previous track button (page 33) D VOL-/VOL+ buttons (page 33) E Play/Pause button (page 33) F Next track button (page 33) G Stop button (page 33) H Power button I Power indicator (page 19) J Battery indicator (page 19) K Hard...
and Duo-size Memory Stick media. n 14 N Getting Started A S1 button (page 33) B AV MODE button (page 33) C Previous track button (page 33) D VOL-/VOL+ buttons (page 33) E Play/Pause button (page 33) F Next track button (page 33) G Stop button (page 33) H Power button I Power indicator (page 19) J Battery indicator (page 19) K Hard...
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Back A Network (Ethernet) port (page 92) B Modem port (page 58) C Battery connector n 17 N Getting Started
Back A Network (Ethernet) port (page 92) B Modem port (page 58) C Battery connector n 17 N Getting Started
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...scrolling resumes when the Scroll lock indicator is read from or written to turn off the computer when this indicator is on . Indicator Power 1 Battery e Built-in use. Illuminates while the built-in MOTION EYE camera is in Hibernate mode or off when the computer is in MOTION EYE ... drive Hard disk drive Num lock Caps lock Scroll lock Bluetooth technology * Functions Illuminates when the power of power, and double-blinks when the battery pack is equipped with all programs. Illuminates when the WIRELESS switch is set to the optical disc media. Illuminates when data is off , the...
...scrolling resumes when the Scroll lock indicator is read from or written to turn off the computer when this indicator is on . Indicator Power 1 Battery e Built-in use. Illuminates while the built-in MOTION EYE camera is in Hibernate mode or off when the computer is in MOTION EYE ... drive Hard disk drive Num lock Caps lock Scroll lock Bluetooth technology * Functions Illuminates when the power of power, and double-blinks when the battery pack is equipped with all programs. Illuminates when the WIRELESS switch is set to the optical disc media. Illuminates when data is off , the...
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... depending on the computer. ! See Using Hibernate Mode (page 101). n 21 N Getting Started Connecting a Power Source You can use either an AC adapter or a rechargeable battery pack as a power source for a long period of time, place the computer into an AC outlet (2). 3 Plug the cable connected to use the AC adapter...
... depending on the computer. ! See Using Hibernate Mode (page 101). n 21 N Getting Started Connecting a Power Source You can use either an AC adapter or a rechargeable battery pack as a power source for a long period of time, place the computer into an AC outlet (2). 3 Plug the cable connected to use the AC adapter...
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n 22 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/UNLOCK switch (1) to the UNLOCK position. Using the Battery Pack The battery pack supplied with your computer is not fully charged at the time of delivery.
n 22 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/UNLOCK switch (1) to the UNLOCK position. Using the Battery Pack The battery pack supplied with your computer is not fully charged at the time of delivery.
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n 23 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 23 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 batteries. n 24 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/UNLOCK switch to the LOCK position to secure the battery pack on the computer. ✍ When your computer. Be sure to slide the battery LOCK/UNLOCK switch to the LOCK position before using 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 batteries. n 24 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/UNLOCK switch to the LOCK position to secure the battery pack on the computer. ✍ When your computer. Be sure to slide the battery LOCK/UNLOCK switch to the LOCK position before using 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 computer is about 85% charged, the battery indicator turns off. The computer automatically charges the battery pack (the battery indicator light flashes in a double blink pattern as the battery pack charges). When the battery pack is using battery power. Battery indicator light status On Blinks Double blinks Off Meaning The computer is not fully charged at the...
The computer is about 85% charged, the battery indicator turns off. The computer automatically charges the battery pack (the battery indicator light flashes in a double blink pattern as the battery pack charges). When the battery pack is using battery power. Battery indicator light status On Blinks Double blinks Off Meaning The computer is not fully charged at the...
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...or shut down your computer while it uses power from your computer may not enter Hibernate mode even when battery life is running out of data when using battery power, you are using the computer. To avoid loss of data, you should either connect the AC ...loss of power, both the battery and power indicator lights start flashing. Charge the battery pack as a power source. When battery life is impossible. For some software applications and some peripheral devices, your first battery charge. ✍ When the battery pack is low. The battery pack supplied with your computer ...
...or shut down your computer while it uses power from your computer may not enter Hibernate mode even when battery life is running out of data when using battery power, you are using the computer. To avoid loss of data, you should either connect the AC ...loss of power, both the battery and power indicator lights start flashing. Charge the battery pack as a power source. When battery life is impossible. For some software applications and some peripheral devices, your first battery charge. ✍ When the battery pack is low. The battery pack supplied with your computer ...
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n 27 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 battery LOCK/UNLOCK switch (1) to the UNLOCK position. 3 Slide and hold the battery RELEASE latch (2), hook your fingertip under the tab (3) on and not connected to the AC adapter or if you remove the battery pack while your computer is in the direction of the arrow, and then slide it away from the computer. You may lose data if you remove the battery pack while the computer is on the battery pack, and turn the battery pack in Sleep mode.
n 27 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 battery LOCK/UNLOCK switch (1) to the UNLOCK position. 3 Slide and hold the battery RELEASE latch (2), hook your fingertip under the tab (3) on and not connected to the AC adapter or if you remove the battery pack while your computer is in the direction of the arrow, and then slide it away from the computer. You may lose data 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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n 41 N Using Your VAIO Computer Notes on writing data to a disc ❑ Use only Sony recommended software, which is at least 50% charged. ❑ Make sure you eject it. For example, if you have a disc with data that you exit ... shake your computer, to write data to a disc. Other software programs may not be fully compatible and errors may result. ❑ To make sure your battery pack is preinstalled on the optical disc drive, you need to close all other shape (star, heart, card, etc.), as this process, follow the instructions...
n 41 N Using Your VAIO Computer Notes on writing data to a disc ❑ Use only Sony recommended software, which is at least 50% charged. ❑ Make sure you eject it. For example, if you have a disc with data that you exit ... shake your computer, to write data to a disc. Other software programs may not be fully compatible and errors may result. ❑ To make sure your battery pack is preinstalled on the optical disc drive, you need to close all other shape (star, heart, card, etc.), as this process, follow the instructions...
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..., you should either connect the AC adapter to conserve battery life. n 98 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using the Power Saving Modes When you use . Using Normal Mode This is the normal state of the computer when it is on in use a battery pack as the LCD screen or the hard disk drive... your computer, you can take advantage of the power management setting you to turn off specific devices, your computer and install a fully charged battery pack. If the battery level falls below 10%, you should be aware that the computer will automatically enter Hibernate mode if the remaining...
..., you should either connect the AC adapter to conserve battery life. n 98 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using the Power Saving Modes When you use . Using Normal Mode This is the normal state of the computer when it is on in use a battery pack as the LCD screen or the hard disk drive... your computer, you can take advantage of the power management setting you to turn off specific devices, your computer and install a fully charged battery pack. If the battery level falls below 10%, you should be aware that the computer will automatically enter Hibernate mode if the remaining...
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...the Lock button, and Sleep. ✍ When your computer for more power than Hibernate mode. ! You will lose all unsaved data. If the battery runs down while your computer is in Sleep mode, you will lose all unsaved data. Going back to Normal mode Press any key. ! To return...Your computer comes out of time while it off automatically. If you should save your computer will turn it is impossible. n 99 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...
...the Lock button, and Sleep. ✍ When your computer for more power than Hibernate mode. ! You will lose all unsaved data. If the battery runs down while your computer is in Sleep mode, you will lose all unsaved data. Going back to Normal mode Press any key. ! To return...Your computer comes out of time while it off automatically. If you should save your computer will turn it is impossible. n 99 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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... than Sleep mode. ! Hibernate mode uses less power than Sleep mode to use your computer before its power indicator light turns off . n 101 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using Hibernate Mode In Hibernate mode, the state of the system is saved on the hard disk drive and power is turned off . Do... Hibernate to place the computer into Hibernate mode. The power indicator light is in this mode. ✍ If you cannot insert a disc. Even when the battery runs down or resuming. The computer enters Hibernate mode.
... than Sleep mode. ! Hibernate mode uses less power than Sleep mode to use your computer before its power indicator light turns off . n 101 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using Hibernate Mode In Hibernate mode, the state of the system is saved on the hard disk drive and power is turned off . Do... Hibernate to place the computer into Hibernate mode. The power indicator light is in this mode. ✍ If you cannot insert a disc. Even when the battery runs down or resuming. The computer enters Hibernate mode.
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...Windows Power Options Properties. Otherwise, click Save changes. 3 Click the VAIO Power Management tab. n 103 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Managing Power with VAIO Power Management Power management helps you set up power schemes for running on AC or battery power to suit your requirements for each item. 4 Click OK.... Selecting a Power Plan When you start the computer, a power status icon appears on the VAIO Power Management software. To select a power plan 1 Right-...
...Windows Power Options Properties. Otherwise, click Save changes. 3 Click the VAIO Power Management tab. n 103 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Managing Power with VAIO Power Management Power management helps you set up power schemes for running on AC or battery power to suit your requirements for each item. 4 Click OK.... Selecting a Power Plan When you start the computer, a power status icon appears on the VAIO Power Management software. To select a power plan 1 Right-...
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..., do not work in a carpeted area, and do so may void your manufacturer's warranty. ❑ Only use memory modules that is, battery pack or AC adapter) and from any telecommunication links, networks, or modems before you are ready to change the module. Improper installation of memory...the computer or the Windows operating system becomes unstable, contact your sales dealer or the manufacturer of your computer. n 105 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Adding and Removing Memory If you want to expand the functionality of your system. Notes on adding/removing memory modules ❑ Be ...
..., do not work in a carpeted area, and do so may void your manufacturer's warranty. ❑ Only use memory modules that is, battery pack or AC adapter) and from any telecommunication links, networks, or modems before you are ready to change the module. Improper installation of memory...the computer or the Windows operating system becomes unstable, contact your sales dealer or the manufacturer of your computer. n 105 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Adding and Removing Memory If you want to expand the functionality of your system. Notes on adding/removing memory modules ❑ Be ...
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n 107 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 to discharge static electricity.
n 107 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 to discharge static electricity.