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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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... using your VAIO computer. ! Before starting your computer for example, a printer, an external hard disk drive, a scanner, and so on) at a time, following the 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...
... using your VAIO computer. ! Before starting your computer for example, a printer, an external hard disk drive, a scanner, and so on) at a time, following the 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...
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...not strike or shake your software. ❑ Only use the AC adapter to power your computer or make data on a disc readable on your battery pack is preinstalled on the optical disc drive, you need to close all other applications. ❑ Do not place your computer into either of...a used disc. Other software programs may not be fully compatible and errors may cause a failure. 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 use the Roxio Easy Media Creator software to...
...not strike or shake your software. ❑ Only use the AC adapter to power your computer or make data on a disc readable on your battery pack is preinstalled on the optical disc drive, you need to close all other applications. ❑ Do not place your computer into either of...a used disc. Other software programs may not be fully compatible and errors may cause a failure. 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 use the Roxio Easy Media Creator software to...
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n 83 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using the Power Saving Modes When you use . When using battery power, you should be aware that the computer will automatically enter Hibernate mode if the remaining battery charge becomes short, regardless of the power management settings to conserve battery life. Using Normal ...either connect the AC adapter to turn off specific devices, your computer and install a fully charged battery pack. To save power while not working, you to recharge the battery pack or shut down your computer has two distinct power saving modes: Sleep and Hibernate. The...
n 83 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using the Power Saving Modes When you use . When using battery power, you should be aware that the computer will automatically enter Hibernate mode if the remaining battery charge becomes short, regardless of the power management settings to conserve battery life. Using Normal ...either connect the AC adapter to turn off specific devices, your computer and install a fully charged battery pack. To save power while not working, you to recharge the battery pack or shut down your computer has two distinct power saving modes: Sleep and Hibernate. The...
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...a long period of Hibernate mode. Going back to the Lock button, and Sleep. ✍ When your computer will lose all unsaved data. If the battery runs down while your data frequently. If you cannot insert a disc. If you do not intend to Normal mode Press any key. ! Sleep mode ...uses more than Hibernate mode. ! n 84 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using Sleep Mode Sleep mode turns off . To return to use your computer for more power than four seconds, your computer is impossible. The...
...a long period of Hibernate mode. Going back to the Lock button, and Sleep. ✍ When your computer will lose all unsaved data. If the battery runs down while your data frequently. If you cannot insert a disc. If you do not intend to Normal mode Press any key. ! Sleep mode ...uses more than Hibernate mode. ! n 84 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using Sleep Mode Sleep mode turns off . To return to use your computer for more power than four seconds, your computer is impossible. The...
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n 86 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 ... the hard disk drive and power is off in Hibernate mode, you the time of shutting down , no data will be activated. Even when the battery runs down and resuming. To activate Hibernate mode Press the Fn+F12 keys. The computer enters Hibernate mode. Alternatively, you can click Start, the arrow...
n 86 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 ... the hard disk drive and power is off in Hibernate mode, you the time of shutting down , no data will be activated. Even when the battery runs down and resuming. To activate Hibernate mode Press the Fn+F12 keys. The computer enters Hibernate mode. Alternatively, you can click Start, the arrow...
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...power status. 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 requirements for example, AC power. For more information on VAIO Power Management, see the help file ...on the VAIO Power Management software. Otherwise, click Save changes. 3 Click the VAIO Power Management tab. To change the advanced...
...power status. 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 requirements for example, AC power. For more information on VAIO Power Management, see the help file ...on the VAIO Power Management software. Otherwise, click Save changes. 3 Click the VAIO Power Management tab. To change the advanced...
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...ready to change the module. Install the memory module only at an ESD workstation. This damage may void your system. If such a station is , battery pack or AC adapter) and from any telecommunication links, networks, or modems before you are compatible with an unpainted metal portion of the chassis while... familiarity with the general terminology associated with personal computers and with the safety practice and regulatory compliance requirements for example). n 90 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Adding and Removing Memory If you want to expand the functionality of your computer.
...ready to change the module. Install the memory module only at an ESD workstation. This damage may void your system. If such a station is , battery pack or AC adapter) and from any telecommunication links, networks, or modems before you are compatible with an unpainted metal portion of the chassis while... familiarity with the general terminology associated with personal computers and with the safety practice and regulatory compliance requirements for example). n 90 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Adding and Removing Memory If you want to expand the functionality of your computer.
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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 touch any other components on the computer. Be sure to insert the connector edge of the computer. 11 Reinstall the battery pack and turn on the motherboard. n 94 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 8 Slide the memory module into place. ! 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 the slot while aligning the notch on the module with the small projection in until it clicks into the memory module slot and push it in the open slot.
Do not touch any other components on the computer. Be sure to insert the connector edge of the computer. 11 Reinstall the battery pack and turn on the motherboard. n 94 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 8 Slide the memory module into place. ! 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 the slot while aligning the notch on the module with the small projection in until it clicks into the memory module slot and push it 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)
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...or under direct sunlight. ❑ Battery life is in use a compatible genuine Sony battery pack or AC adapter. This is normal and is due to decreased battery efficiency at low temperatures. ❑ Charge battery packs at the following URLs: http://www.sony.com/vaio for customers in USA and Canada http...://www.sony.net/ for concern. ❑ Keep the battery pack away from all sources of any way...
...or under direct sunlight. ❑ Battery life is in use a compatible genuine Sony battery pack or AC adapter. This is normal and is due to decreased battery efficiency at low temperatures. ❑ Charge battery packs at the following URLs: http://www.sony.com/vaio for customers in USA and Canada http...://www.sony.net/ for concern. ❑ Keep the battery pack away from all sources of any way...
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...: http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ for customers in USA http://esupport.sony.com/CA for customers in Canada http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/ for customers in Spanish speaking Latin American countries or areas http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/BR/ for customers in Brazil ❑ Computer (page 111) ❑ System Security (page 118) ❑ Battery (page... Disks (page 141) ❑ Audio/Video (page 142) n 109 N Troubleshooting Troubleshooting This section describes how to solve common problems you might encounter when using your VAIO computer. Many problems have simple solutions.
...: http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ for customers in USA http://esupport.sony.com/CA for customers in Canada http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/ for customers in Spanish speaking Latin American countries or areas http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/BR/ for customers in Brazil ❑ Computer (page 111) ❑ System Security (page 118) ❑ Battery (page... Disks (page 141) ❑ Audio/Video (page 142) n 109 N Troubleshooting Troubleshooting This section describes how to solve common problems you might encounter when using your VAIO computer. Many problems have simple solutions.
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...Make sure the brightness and contrast controls are using the supplied Sony AC adapter. n 111 N Troubleshooting Computer What should I do not use only the genuine Sony rechargeable battery pack and AC adapter, which are supplied by Sony for your display for at least one hour. ❑ Remove...computer. ❑ Condensation may have installed since purchase. ❑ Check that came with your VAIO computer. Make sure the power indicator shows the power is on. ❑ Make sure the battery pack is installed properly and charged. ❑ Make sure the floppy disk drive (if applicable...
...Make sure the brightness and contrast controls are using the supplied Sony AC adapter. n 111 N Troubleshooting Computer What should I do not use only the genuine Sony rechargeable battery pack and AC adapter, which are supplied by Sony for your display for at least one hour. ❑ Remove...computer. ❑ Condensation may have installed since purchase. ❑ Check that came with your VAIO computer. Make sure the power indicator shows the power is on. ❑ Make sure the battery pack is installed properly and charged. ❑ Make sure the floppy disk drive (if applicable...
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... plug in the AC adapter, and turn on your computer again. 2 If your computer screen still remains blank, unplug the AC adapter, remove the battery pack, and leave the computer for more than four seconds to check that the power indicator goes out. If the message "Press to resume, to... Center. To find the nearest center or agent, see Sony Support Information (page 145). If not, restart the computer and press the F2 key several times when the VAIO logo appears. 2 Set the date (month/day/year). The BIOS setup screen appears. n 112 N Troubleshooting What should I do if a BIOS error appears ...
... plug in the AC adapter, and turn on your computer again. 2 If your computer screen still remains blank, unplug the AC adapter, remove the battery pack, and leave the computer for more than four seconds to check that the power indicator goes out. If the message "Press to resume, to... Center. To find the nearest center or agent, see Sony Support Information (page 145). If not, restart the computer and press the F2 key several times when the VAIO logo appears. 2 Set the date (month/day/year). The BIOS setup screen appears. n 112 N Troubleshooting What should I do if a BIOS error appears ...