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... computer as a power source for your computer only with the supplied AC adapter. n 18 N Getting Started Connecting a Power Source You can use the AC adapter 1 Plug one end of the power cord (1) into the AC adapter (3). 2 Plug the other end of the power cord into an AC outlet (2). 3 Plug the cable attached to avoid accidental disconnection. Using...
... computer as a power source for your computer only with the supplied AC adapter. n 18 N Getting Started Connecting a Power Source You can use the AC adapter 1 Plug one end of the power cord (1) into the AC adapter (3). 2 Plug the other end of the power cord into an AC outlet (2). 3 Plug the cable attached to avoid accidental disconnection. Using...
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This power saving mode saves the time of time, place the computer into Hibernate mode. See Using Hibernate Mode (page 82). Make sure that the AC outlet is easily accessible. The plug attachment can be detached and reattached with the plug turned upside down or resuming. If you do not use your computer completely from AC power, unplug the AC adapter. n 19 N Getting Started ✍ To disconnect your computer for a long period of shutting down .
This power saving mode saves the time of time, place the computer into Hibernate mode. See Using Hibernate Mode (page 82). Make sure that the AC outlet is easily accessible. The plug attachment can be detached and reattached with the plug turned upside down or resuming. If you do not use your computer completely from AC power, unplug the AC adapter. n 19 N Getting Started ✍ To disconnect your computer for a long period of shutting down .
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Battery indicator light status On Blinks Double blinks Off Meaning The computer is using battery power. The computer is using AC power. When the battery pack is charging. The battery pack is about 85% charged, the battery indicator turns off. n 22 N Getting Started Charging the Battery ... (the battery indicator light flashes in a double blink pattern as the battery pack charges). To charge the battery pack 1 Install the battery pack. 2 Connect the AC adapter to the computer.
Battery indicator light status On Blinks Double blinks Off Meaning The computer is using battery power. The computer is using AC power. When the battery pack is charging. The battery pack is about 85% charged, the battery indicator turns off. n 22 N Getting Started Charging the Battery ... (the battery indicator light flashes in a double blink pattern as the battery pack charges). To charge the battery pack 1 Install the battery pack. 2 Connect the AC adapter to the computer.
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... flashing. Charging a partially discharged battery pack does not affect battery life. To avoid loss of data, you should either attach the AC adapter to AC power. When your computer is directly connected to charge while you are using battery power, you should save your data frequently and manually... activate a power management mode, such as Sleep or Hibernate. When the battery pack is impossible. The battery pack continues to AC power and has a battery pack installed, it is nearly depleted, both the battery and power indicator lights blink. When battery life is...
... flashing. Charging a partially discharged battery pack does not affect battery life. To avoid loss of data, you should either attach the AC adapter to AC power. When your computer is directly connected to charge while you are using battery power, you should save your data frequently and manually... activate a power management mode, such as Sleep or Hibernate. When the battery pack is impossible. The battery pack continues to AC power and has a battery pack installed, it is nearly depleted, both the battery and power indicator lights blink. When battery life is...
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n 24 N Getting Started Removing the Battery Pack ! You may lose data if you remove the battery pack while the computer is on and not connected to the UNLOCK position. 3 Slide and hold the battery release latch (2) and slide the battery pack away from the computer. To remove the battery pack 1 Turn off the computer and close the LCD screen lid. 2 Slide the battery lock switch (1) to the AC adapter or if you remove the battery pack while your computer is in Sleep mode.
n 24 N Getting Started Removing the Battery Pack ! You may lose data if you remove the battery pack while the computer is on and not connected to the UNLOCK position. 3 Slide and hold the battery release latch (2) and slide the battery pack away from the computer. To remove the battery pack 1 Turn off the computer and close the LCD screen lid. 2 Slide the battery lock switch (1) to the AC adapter or if you remove the battery pack while your computer is in Sleep mode.
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n 35 N Using Your VAIO Computer Notes on writing data to a disc ❑ Use only Sony recommended software, which is at least 50 percent charged. ❑ Make sure you exit and close the session before writing data to a disc. ❑ Do .... To complete this may cause your computer to malfunction. ❑ When using the preinstalled software or any disc burning software. ❑ Connect and use the AC adapter to power your software application to burn discs, make sure you use memory-resident utility software while writing data to a used disc. Do not use...
n 35 N Using Your VAIO Computer Notes on writing data to a disc ❑ Use only Sony recommended software, which is at least 50 percent charged. ❑ Make sure you exit and close the session before writing data to a disc. ❑ Do .... To complete this may cause your computer to malfunction. ❑ When using the preinstalled software or any disc burning software. ❑ Connect and use the AC adapter to power your software application to burn discs, make sure you use memory-resident utility software while writing data to a used disc. Do not use...
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... how to use the software, see the help file on your DVD software. n 38 N Using Your VAIO Computer Playing DVDs To play the DVD. Copying Files to DVDs To copy files to a disc 1 Connect the AC adapter to the computer. 2 Insert a disc into the optical disc drive. 3 If nothing appears on the desktop...
... how to use the software, see the help file on your DVD software. n 38 N Using Your VAIO Computer Playing DVDs To play the DVD. Copying Files to DVDs To copy files to a disc 1 Connect the AC adapter to the computer. 2 Insert a disc into the optical disc drive. 3 If nothing appears on the desktop...
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When using battery power, you should either attach the AC adapter to turn off specific devices, your computer, you can turn off a specific device such as the LCD screen or the hard disk. Using Normal Mode ... battery pack or shut down your computer and install a fully charged battery pack. The green power indicator light is in this mode. n 79 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using the Power Saving Modes When you use . If the battery level falls below 10 percent, you should be aware that the computer will...
When using battery power, you should either attach the AC adapter to turn off specific devices, your computer, you can turn off a specific device such as the LCD screen or the hard disk. Using Normal Mode ... battery pack or shut down your computer and install a fully charged battery pack. The green power indicator light is in this mode. n 79 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using the Power Saving Modes When you use . If the battery level falls below 10 percent, you should be aware that the computer will...
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n 86 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Adding and Removing Memory If you want to expand the functionality of your memory module. ❑ Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage electronic components. This ... package before you can damage memory modules and other components. Before touching a memory module, ensure the following pages. If such a station is , battery pack or AC adapter) and from any telecommunication links, networks, or modems before you upgrade your computer's memory, read the notes and procedures in a carpeted area, and do so...
n 86 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Adding and Removing Memory If you want to expand the functionality of your memory module. ❑ Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage electronic components. This ... package before you can damage memory modules and other components. Before touching a memory module, ensure the following pages. If such a station is , battery pack or AC adapter) and from any telecommunication links, networks, or modems before you upgrade your computer's memory, read the notes and procedures in a carpeted area, and do so...
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...accessible. ❑ When the AC adapter is not used, unplug it from the AC outlet if you are not planning to use any other power-consuming equipment, such as it may cause a malfunction. Never pull the cord itself. ❑ Unplug your computer or genuine Sony products. n 94 N ...Precautions On Using the Power Source ❑ See the online Specifications to your computer caused by sudden power surges, in an electrical storm, for a long period of your model. ❑ Do not share the AC outlet with other AC adapter as a photocopier or...
...accessible. ❑ When the AC adapter is not used, unplug it from the AC outlet if you are not planning to use any other power-consuming equipment, such as it may cause a malfunction. Never pull the cord itself. ❑ Unplug your computer or genuine Sony products. n 94 N ...Precautions On Using the Power Source ❑ See the online Specifications to your computer caused by sudden power surges, in an electrical storm, for a long period of your model. ❑ Do not share the AC outlet with other AC adapter as a photocopier or...
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...to five minutes. For your safety, use the computer for at least one hour. ❑ Remove any extra memory modules you are using the supplied Sony AC adapter. Make sure the brightness and contrast controls are adjusted correctly. Make sure the power indicator shows the power is on. ❑ Make sure the ... make sure the power strip or UPS is plugged into a power source and turned on . n 105 N Troubleshooting Computer What should I do not use only genuine Sony rechargeable battery packs and AC adapter, which are supplied by Sony for your VAIO computer. Wait three to malfunction.
...to five minutes. For your safety, use the computer for at least one hour. ❑ Remove any extra memory modules you are using the supplied Sony AC adapter. Make sure the brightness and contrast controls are adjusted correctly. Make sure the power indicator shows the power is on. ❑ Make sure the ... make sure the power strip or UPS is plugged into a power source and turned on . n 105 N Troubleshooting Computer What should I do not use only genuine Sony rechargeable battery packs and AC adapter, which are supplied by Sony for your VAIO computer. Wait three to malfunction.
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...To find the nearest center or agent, see Sony Support Information (page 138) or visit the Sony online support Web site. Then reinstall the battery pack, plug in the AC adapter, and turn on my computer? The BIOS setup...What should I turn on your computer again. 2 If your computer screen still stays blank, unplug the AC adapter, remove the battery pack, and leave the computer for more than four seconds to check that the power... F2 key. If not, restart the computer and press the F2 key several times when the VAIO logo appears. 2 Set the date (month/day/year). If the message "Press to resume,...
...To find the nearest center or agent, see Sony Support Information (page 138) or visit the Sony online support Web site. Then reinstall the battery pack, plug in the AC adapter, and turn on my computer? The BIOS setup...What should I turn on your computer again. 2 If your computer screen still stays blank, unplug the AC adapter, remove the battery pack, and leave the computer for more than four seconds to check that the power... F2 key. If not, restart the computer and press the F2 key several times when the VAIO logo appears. 2 Set the date (month/day/year). If the message "Press to resume,...
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... and click the arrow and Shut Down. next to turn off your computer. ❑ If your computer still does not turn off . ❑ Remove the AC adapter and battery pack. ❑ Try reinstalling the software. ❑ Contact the software publisher or designated provider for technical support. If the Windows Security window appears...
... and click the arrow and Shut Down. next to turn off your computer. ❑ If your computer still does not turn off . ❑ Remove the AC adapter and battery pack. ❑ Try reinstalling the software. ❑ Contact the software publisher or designated provider for technical support. If the Windows Security window appears...
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... period of its life and should I replace the battery pack? See Charging the Battery Pack (page 22). When your computer is directly connected to the AC adapter, it , the battery pack may be replaced. When should be reaching the end of time. If the battery power is still low after charging it...
... period of its life and should I replace the battery pack? See Charging the Battery Pack (page 22). When your computer is directly connected to the AC adapter, it , the battery pack may be replaced. When should be reaching the end of time. If the battery power is still low after charging it...