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n2 N Contents Before Use ...6 Documentation ...7 Ergonomic Considerations ...11 Getting Started ...13 Locating Controls and Ports...14 About the Indicator Lights ...19 Connecting a Power Source ...20 Using the Battery Pack ...21 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely ...25 Using Your VAIO Computer ...26 Using the Keyboard ...27 Using the Touch Pad ...29 Using Special-function Buttons ...30 Using the Optical Disc Drive ...31 Using the ExpressCard Module ...40 Using the Memory Stick Media ...43 Using Other Memory Cards ...50 Using the Internet...53 Using Wireless LAN (WLAN) ...55
n2 N Contents Before Use ...6 Documentation ...7 Ergonomic Considerations ...11 Getting Started ...13 Locating Controls and Ports...14 About the Indicator Lights ...19 Connecting a Power Source ...20 Using the Battery Pack ...21 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely ...25 Using Your VAIO Computer ...26 Using the Keyboard ...27 Using the Touch Pad ...29 Using Special-function Buttons ...30 Using the Optical Disc Drive ...31 Using the ExpressCard Module ...40 Using the Memory Stick Media ...43 Using Other Memory Cards ...50 Using the Internet...53 Using Wireless LAN (WLAN) ...55
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n4 N Precautions ...96 On Handling the LCD Screen ...97 On Using the Power Source ...98 On Handling Your Computer...99 On Handling Floppy Disks ...101 On Handling Discs ...102 On Using the Battery Pack...103 On Using Headphones...105 On Handling Memory Stick Media...106 On Handling the Hard Disk ...107 On Updating Your Computer ...108 Troubleshooting ...109 Computer ...111 System Security ...118 Battery...120 Internet ...122 Networking ...124 Optical Discs ...127 Display ...131 Printing ...135 Microphone ...136 Mouse ...137 Speakers ...138 Touch Pad...139
n4 N Precautions ...96 On Handling the LCD Screen ...97 On Using the Power Source ...98 On Handling Your Computer...99 On Handling Floppy Disks ...101 On Handling Discs ...102 On Using the Battery Pack...103 On Using Headphones...105 On Handling Memory Stick Media...106 On Handling the Hard Disk ...107 On Updating Your Computer ...108 Troubleshooting ...109 Computer ...111 System Security ...118 Battery...120 Internet ...122 Networking ...124 Optical Discs ...127 Display ...131 Printing ...135 Microphone ...136 Mouse ...137 Speakers ...138 Touch Pad...139
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... manufacturers' instructions. ❑ Locating Controls and Ports (page 14) ❑ About the Indicator Lights (page 19) ❑ Connecting a Power Source (page 20) ❑ Using the Battery Pack (page 21) ❑ Shutting Down Your Computer Safely (page 25) Before starting your...
... manufacturers' instructions. ❑ Locating Controls and Ports (page 14) ❑ About the Indicator Lights (page 19) ❑ Connecting a Power Source (page 20) ❑ Using the Battery Pack (page 21) ❑ Shutting Down Your Computer Safely (page 25) Before starting your...
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...(page 29) K SD memory card slot (page 50) L Media Access indicator (page 19) M Memory Stick slot* (page 45) N Power indicator (page 19) O Battery indicator (page 19) P Hard disk drive indicator (page 19) Q WIRELESS LAN (Wireless LAN) indicator (page 19) R WIRELESS LAN switch (page 55) * Your computer... supports both standard- and Duo-size Memory Stick media. n 14 N Getting Started Locating Controls and Ports Take a moment to identify the controls and ports shown on the following pages.
...(page 29) K SD memory card slot (page 50) L Media Access indicator (page 19) M Memory Stick slot* (page 45) N Power indicator (page 19) O Battery indicator (page 19) P Hard disk drive indicator (page 19) Q WIRELESS LAN (Wireless LAN) indicator (page 19) R WIRELESS LAN switch (page 55) * Your computer... supports both standard- and Duo-size Memory Stick media. n 14 N Getting Started Locating Controls and Ports Take a moment to identify the controls and ports shown on the following pages.
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Back A DC IN port (page 20) B Battery connector (page 21) C Network (Ethernet) port (page 77) D Modem port (page 53) n 15 N Getting Started
Back A DC IN port (page 20) B Battery connector (page 21) C Network (Ethernet) port (page 77) D Modem port (page 53) n 15 N Getting Started
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...a memory card. (Do not enter Sleep mode or turn off the computer when this indicator is on the program you are using battery power, blinks when the battery pack is running out of the computer is on . Press the Scr Lk key to the optical disc media. Illuminates when data ... is off . The numeric keypad is not active when the indicator is charging. The Scr Lk key functions differently depending on . Indicator Power 1 Battery e Media Access Optical disc drive Hard disk drive Num lock Caps lock Scroll lock Wireless LAN Functions Illuminates when the power of power, and double...
...a memory card. (Do not enter Sleep mode or turn off the computer when this indicator is on the program you are using battery power, blinks when the battery pack is running out of the computer is on . Press the Scr Lk key to the optical disc media. Illuminates when data ... is off . The numeric keypad is not active when the indicator is charging. The Scr Lk key functions differently depending on . Indicator Power 1 Battery e Media Access Optical disc drive Hard disk drive Num lock Caps lock Scroll lock Wireless LAN Functions Illuminates when the power of power, and double...
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... 86). Make sure that the AC outlet is easily accessible. n 20 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 the DC IN port (4) on the computer. ✍ To disconnect your computer...
... 86). Make sure that the AC outlet is easily accessible. n 20 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 the DC IN port (4) on the computer. ✍ To disconnect your computer...
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Using the Battery Pack The battery pack supplied with genuine Sony batteries. n 21 N Getting Started 4 Slide the battery lock switch (1) to the LOCK position to secure the battery pack on the computer. ✍ When your computer is directly connected to operate only with your computer is not fully charged at the time of ...
Using the Battery Pack The battery pack supplied with genuine Sony batteries. n 21 N Getting Started 4 Slide the battery lock switch (1) to the LOCK position to secure the battery pack on the computer. ✍ When your computer is directly connected to operate only with your computer is not fully charged at the time of ...
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... Blinks Double blinks Off Meaning The computer is using battery power. The battery pack is about 85% charged, the battery indicator turns off. The computer is using AC power. To charge the battery pack 1 Install the battery pack. 2 Connect the AC adapter to the computer. The battery pack is not fully charged at the time of...
... Blinks Double blinks Off Meaning The computer is using battery power. The battery pack is about 85% charged, the battery indicator turns off. The computer is using AC power. To charge the battery pack 1 Install the battery pack. 2 Connect the AC adapter to the computer. The battery pack is not fully charged at the time of...
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... using the computer. The battery pack continues to the previous work state is nearly depleted, both the battery and power indicator lights blink. When battery life is impossible. Charging a partially discharged battery pack does not affect the battery life. Charge the battery pack as described in your... data frequently and manually activate a power management mode, such as a power source. To avoid loss of power, both the battery and power indicator lights start flashing. n 23 N Getting Started ! For some software applications and some peripheral devices, your computer is...
... using the computer. The battery pack continues to the previous work state is nearly depleted, both the battery and power indicator lights blink. When battery life is impossible. Charging a partially discharged battery pack does not affect the battery life. Charge the battery pack as described in your... data frequently and manually activate a power management mode, such as a power source. To avoid loss of power, both the battery and power indicator lights start flashing. n 23 N Getting Started ! For some software applications and some peripheral devices, your computer is...
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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) and slide the battery pack away from the computer. n 24 N Getting Started Removing the Battery Pack ! You may lose data if you remove the battery pack while your computer is on and not connected to the AC adapter or if you remove the battery pack while the computer is 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) and slide the battery pack away from the computer. n 24 N Getting Started Removing the Battery Pack ! You may lose data if you remove the battery pack while your computer is on and not connected to the AC adapter or if you remove the battery pack while the computer is in Sleep mode.
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... or any other applications. ❑ Do not place your computer, to write data to a disc. n 36 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 burned with your software application to burn discs...; Do not use discs in any disc burning software. ❑ Connect and use the AC adapter to power your computer or make sure your battery pack is preinstalled on the optical disc drive, you eject it. Do not use memory-resident utility software while writing data to the same disc....
... or any other applications. ❑ Do not place your computer, to write data to a disc. n 36 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 burned with your software application to burn discs...; Do not use discs in any disc burning software. ❑ Connect and use the AC adapter to power your computer or make sure your battery pack is preinstalled on the optical disc drive, you eject it. Do not use memory-resident utility software while writing data to the same disc....
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... power indicator light is in this mode. When using battery power, you should either connect the AC adapter to turn off specific devices, your computer has two distinct power saving modes: Sleep and Hibernate. n 83 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using the Power Saving Modes When you use .... In addition to the normal operating mode, which allows you to recharge the battery pack or shut down your computer and install a fully charged...
... power indicator light is in this mode. When using battery power, you should either connect the AC adapter to turn off specific devices, your computer has two distinct power saving modes: Sleep and Hibernate. n 83 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using the Power Saving Modes When you use .... In addition to the normal operating mode, which allows you to recharge the battery pack or shut down your computer and install a fully charged...
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If the battery runs down while your computer will turn it is in Sleep mode, you will lose all unsaved data. Your computer comes out of data, you ... mode, you press and hold the power button for a long period of Hibernate mode. Going back to Normal mode Press any key. ! n 84 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...
If the battery runs down while your computer will turn it is in Sleep mode, you will lose all unsaved data. Your computer comes out of data, you ... mode, you press and hold the power button for a long period of Hibernate mode. Going back to Normal mode Press any key. ! n 84 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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... Hibernate mode Press the Fn+F12 keys. Do not move your computer is in this mode. ✍ If you cannot insert a disc. n 86 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 . Even...
... Hibernate mode Press the Fn+F12 keys. Do not move your computer is in this mode. ✍ If you cannot insert a disc. n 86 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 . Even...
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... the taskbar and select Power Options. 2 Select your desired power plan in the Power Options window. Change the settings for VAIO computers. The VAIO Power Management functionality is a software application developed exclusively for each item. 4 Click OK. This icon indicates what kind of... for power consumption. n 88 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 computer and longer battery life. VAIO Power Management is added to change the power plan...
... the taskbar and select Power Options. 2 Select your desired power plan in the Power Options window. Change the settings for VAIO computers. The VAIO Power Management functionality is a software application developed exclusively for each item. 4 Click OK. This icon indicates what kind of... for power consumption. n 88 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 computer and longer battery life. VAIO Power Management is added to change the power plan...
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... your manufacturer's warranty. ❑ Only use memory modules that is not detected by installing optional memory modules. n 90 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Adding and Removing Memory If you want to expand the functionality of your computer, you remove any telecommunication links, networks, or modems ...read the notes and procedures in personal injury or equipment damage. ❑ ESD can damage electronic components. If a memory module is , battery pack or AC adapter) and from any cover or panel from ESD. Notes on adding/removing memory modules ❑ Be careful when changing memory...
... your manufacturer's warranty. ❑ Only use memory modules that is not detected by installing optional memory modules. n 90 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Adding and Removing Memory If you want to expand the functionality of your computer, you remove any telecommunication links, networks, or modems ...read the notes and procedures in personal injury or equipment damage. ❑ ESD can damage electronic components. If a memory module is , battery pack or AC adapter) and from any cover or panel from ESD. Notes on adding/removing memory modules ❑ Be careful when changing memory...
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n 92 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 (1) on the bottom of the computer, hook your fingertip under the tab (2), and lift the memory module compartment cover in the direction of the arrow to remove it from the computer. 5 Touch a metal object to discharge static electricity.
n 92 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 (1) on the bottom of the computer, hook your fingertip under the tab (2), and lift the memory module compartment cover in the direction of the arrow to remove it from the computer. 5 Touch a metal object to discharge static electricity.
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Do not damage the insulation sheet equipped for module protection. 9 Replace the memory module compartment cover. 10 Tighten the screw on the bottom of the memory module into place. ! Do not touch any other components on the motherboard. Be sure to insert the connector edge of the computer. 11 Reinstall the battery pack and turn on the computer. n 94 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 8 Slide the memory module into the memory module slot and push it in until it clicks into the slot while aligning the notch on the module with the small projection in the open slot.
Do not damage the insulation sheet equipped for module protection. 9 Replace the memory module compartment cover. 10 Tighten the screw on the bottom of the memory module into place. ! Do not touch any other components on the motherboard. Be sure to insert the connector edge of the computer. 11 Reinstall the battery pack and turn on the computer. n 94 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 8 Slide the memory module into the memory module slot and push it in until it clicks into the slot while aligning the notch on the module with the small projection in the open slot.
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n 96 N Precautions Precautions This section describes safety guidelines and precautions to help you protect your VAIO computer from potential damage. ❑ On Handling the LCD Screen (page 97) ❑ On Using the Power Source (page 98) ❑ On Handling Your Computer (page 99) ❑ On Handling Floppy Disks (page 101) ❑ On Handling Discs (page 102) ❑ On Using the Battery Pack (page 103) ❑ On Using Headphones (page 105) ❑ On Handling Memory Stick Media (page 106) ❑ On Handling the Hard Disk (page 107) ❑ On Updating Your Computer (page 108)
n 96 N Precautions Precautions This section describes safety guidelines and precautions to help you protect your VAIO computer from potential damage. ❑ On Handling the LCD Screen (page 97) ❑ On Using the Power Source (page 98) ❑ On Handling Your Computer (page 99) ❑ On Handling Floppy Disks (page 101) ❑ On Handling Discs (page 102) ❑ On Using the Battery Pack (page 103) ❑ On Using Headphones (page 105) ❑ On Handling Memory Stick Media (page 106) ❑ On Handling the Hard Disk (page 107) ❑ On Updating Your Computer (page 108)