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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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... 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) 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 13 N Getting Started Getting Started This section describes how to start up...
... 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) 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 13 N Getting Started Getting Started This section describes how to start up...
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... 27) J Touch pad (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- n 14 N Getting Started Locating Controls and Ports Take a moment to identify the controls and ports shown on the following pages. and Duo-size Memory Stick media.
... 27) J Touch pad (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- n 14 N Getting Started Locating Controls and Ports Take a moment to identify the controls and ports shown on the following pages. and Duo-size Memory Stick media.
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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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...enabled. The Scr Lk key functions differently depending on , blinks when the computer is in Hibernate mode or off the indicator. 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 the computer is... on the program you are using battery power, blinks when the battery pack is running out of power, and double-blinks when the battery pack is in Sleep mode, and turns off when the computer is charging.
...enabled. The Scr Lk key functions differently depending on , blinks when the computer is in Hibernate mode or off the indicator. 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 the computer is... on the program you are using battery power, blinks when the battery pack is running out of power, and double-blinks when the battery pack is in Sleep mode, and turns off when the computer is charging.
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... saving mode saves the time of the power cord into an AC outlet (2). 3 Plug the cable connected to 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...
... saving mode saves the time of the power cord into an AC outlet (2). 3 Plug the cable connected to 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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... computer is directly connected to operate only with genuine Sony batteries. 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. 3 Slide the battery pack into place. n 21 N Getting Started 4 Slide the battery lock switch (1) to the LOCK position to secure the...
... computer is directly connected to operate only with genuine Sony batteries. 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. 3 Slide the battery pack into place. n 21 N Getting Started 4 Slide the battery lock switch (1) to the LOCK position to secure the...
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The computer automatically charges the battery pack (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. n 22 N Getting Started Charging the Battery Pack The battery pack supplied with your computer is charging. The battery pack is not fully...
The computer automatically charges the battery pack (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. n 22 N Getting Started Charging the Battery Pack The battery pack supplied with your computer is charging. The battery pack is not fully...
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...to the previous work state is directly connected to recharge the battery pack or shut down your first battery charge. ✍ When the battery pack is nearly depleted, both the battery and power indicator lights blink. The battery pack supplied with your computer is on while you should ...AC outlet. To avoid loss of power, both the battery and power indicator lights start flashing. Charging a partially discharged battery pack does not affect the battery life. When battery life is running out of data, you use the battery pack as described in your computer may not enter ...
...to the previous work state is directly connected to recharge the battery pack or shut down your first battery charge. ✍ When the battery pack is nearly depleted, both the battery and power indicator lights blink. The battery pack supplied with your computer is on while you should ...AC outlet. To avoid loss of power, both the battery and power indicator lights start flashing. Charging a partially discharged battery pack does not affect the battery life. When battery life is running out of data, you use the battery pack as described in your computer may not enter ...
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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. 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.
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...10065; Do not place your computer into either of different disc burning software for additional data burning 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...your software. ❑ Only use memory-resident utility software while writing 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 the Roxio Easy Media Creator...
...10065; Do not place your computer into either of different disc burning software for additional data burning 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...your software. ❑ Only use memory-resident utility software while writing 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 the Roxio Easy Media Creator...
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... allows you to turn off specific devices, your computer and install a fully charged battery pack. When using battery power, you should either connect the AC adapter to conserve battery life. If the battery level falls below 10%, you should be aware that the computer will automatically enter ...management settings to recharge the battery pack or shut down your computer has two distinct power saving modes: Sleep and Hibernate. To save power while not working, you can take advantage of the power management setting you select. ! n 83 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using the Power Saving...
... allows you to turn off specific devices, your computer and install a fully charged battery pack. When using battery power, you should either connect the AC adapter to conserve battery life. If the battery level falls below 10%, you should be aware that the computer will automatically enter ...management settings to recharge the battery pack or shut down your computer has two distinct power saving modes: Sleep and Hibernate. To save power while not working, you can take advantage of the power management setting you select. ! n 83 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using the Power Saving...
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..., and Sleep. ✍ When your computer is in Sleep mode, you will lose all unsaved data. To avoid loss of Hibernate mode. n 84 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using Sleep Mode Sleep mode turns off . Your computer comes out of Sleep mode quicker than Hibernate mode. ! Going back to Normal mode Press...
..., and Sleep. ✍ When your computer is in Sleep mode, you will lose all unsaved data. To avoid loss of Hibernate mode. n 84 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using Sleep Mode Sleep mode turns off . Your computer comes out of Sleep mode quicker than Hibernate mode. ! Going back to Normal mode Press...
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Even when the battery runs down and resuming. The power indicator light is off in Hibernate mode, you cannot insert a disc. This power saving mode saves you the time ... to place the computer into Hibernate mode. ✍ When your computer for a long period of time, place the computer into Hibernate mode. 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 in this mode...
Even when the battery runs down and resuming. The power indicator light is off in Hibernate mode, you cannot insert a disc. This power saving mode saves you the time ... to place the computer into Hibernate mode. ✍ When your computer for a long period of time, place the computer into Hibernate mode. 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 in this mode...
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...changes. 3 Click the VAIO Power Management tab. For more information on VAIO Power Management, see the help file on the VAIO Power Management software. 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 the Windows... plan settings under your requirements for power consumption. Click this software application, you are using at that shows your computer and longer battery life. VAIO Power Management is added to suit your desired power plan in the Power Options window.
...changes. 3 Click the VAIO Power Management tab. For more information on VAIO Power Management, see the help file on the VAIO Power Management software. 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 the Windows... plan settings under your requirements for power consumption. Click this software application, you are using at that shows your computer and longer battery life. VAIO Power Management is added to suit your desired power plan in the Power Options window.
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...from its power source (that are ready to change the module. This damage may cause damage to your system. If a memory module is , battery pack or AC adapter) and from any cover or panel from the computer. Install the memory module only at an ESD workstation. Notes on ...the memory module package before you can damage memory modules and other components. The package protects the module from ESD. 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 before...
...from its power source (that are ready to change the module. This damage may cause damage to your system. If a memory module is , battery pack or AC adapter) and from any cover or panel from the computer. Install the memory module only at an ESD workstation. Notes on ...the memory module package before you can damage memory modules and other components. The package protects the module from ESD. 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 before...
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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. ! Be sure to insert the connector edge of the computer. 11 Reinstall the battery pack and turn on the motherboard. Do not touch any other components 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. ! Be sure to insert the connector edge of the computer. 11 Reinstall the battery pack and turn on the motherboard. Do not touch any other components 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)