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... Controls and Ports 12 About the Indicator Lights 18 Connecting a Power Source 19 Using the Battery Pack 21 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely 27 Using the Power Saving Modes 28 Updating Your Computer 30 Using Your VAIO Computer 31 Using the Keyboard 32 Using the Touch Pad 34 Using Special-function Buttons... Display Modes 72 Using the Multiple Monitors Function 73 Connecting an External Microphone 75 Connecting a USB Device 76 Connecting an i.LINK Device 78 Customizing Your VAIO Computer 80 Setting the Password 81 Using Intel® VT 86 Using the...
... Controls and Ports 12 About the Indicator Lights 18 Connecting a Power Source 19 Using the Battery Pack 21 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely 27 Using the Power Saving Modes 28 Updating Your Computer 30 Using Your VAIO Computer 31 Using the Keyboard 32 Using the Touch Pad 34 Using Special-function Buttons... Display Modes 72 Using the Multiple Monitors Function 73 Connecting an External Microphone 75 Connecting a USB Device 76 Connecting an i.LINK Device 78 Customizing Your VAIO Computer 80 Setting the Password 81 Using Intel® VT 86 Using the...
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... Handling Your Computer 103 Handling the LCD Screen 105 Using the Power Source 106 Handling the Built-in Camera 107 Handling Discs 108 Using the Battery Pack 109 Handling "Memory Stick 110 Handling the Built-in Storage Device 111 Troubleshooting 112 Computer 114 System Security 121... Battery 122 Built-in Camera 124 Internet 126 Networking 128 Optical Discs 131 Display 135 Printing 139 Microphone 140 Speakers 141 Touch Pad 142 Keyboard 143 ...
... Handling Your Computer 103 Handling the LCD Screen 105 Using the Power Source 106 Handling the Built-in Camera 107 Handling Discs 108 Using the Battery Pack 109 Handling "Memory Stick 110 Handling the Built-in Storage Device 111 Troubleshooting 112 Computer 114 System Security 121... Battery 122 Built-in Camera 124 Internet 126 Networking 128 Optical Discs 131 Display 135 Printing 139 Microphone 140 Speakers 141 Touch Pad 142 Keyboard 143 ...
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...the information you might need. In Store Service & Support (available in USA only) Make an appointment with the setup of your Sony VAIO computer. Sony Style store and get personalized service and support for at the lower right corner of the display on the computer. 2 Your computer's...the fastest and most efficient services, have the following information readily available: 1 Your VAIO computer model You can find it on the bottom, the back panel, or inside the battery compartment of your new VAIO PC, system optimization, data rescue, and any repair service you are looking for your...
...the information you might need. In Store Service & Support (available in USA only) Make an appointment with the setup of your Sony VAIO computer. Sony Style store and get personalized service and support for at the lower right corner of the display on the computer. 2 Your computer's...the fastest and most efficient services, have the following information readily available: 1 Your VAIO computer model You can find it on the bottom, the back panel, or inside the battery compartment of your new VAIO PC, system optimization, data rescue, and any repair service you are looking for your...
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Upon completion, connect one device (for the first time, do not connect any other hardware that did not originally come with 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 ...; Locating Controls and Ports (page 12) ❑ About the Indicator Lights (page 18) ❑ Connecting a Power Source (page 19) ❑ Using the Battery Pack (page 21) ❑ Shutting Down Your Computer Safely (page 27) ❑ Using the Power Saving Modes (page 28) ❑ Updating Your Computer (page...
Upon completion, connect one device (for the first time, do not connect any other hardware that did not originally come with 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 ...; Locating Controls and Ports (page 12) ❑ About the Indicator Lights (page 18) ❑ Connecting a Power Source (page 19) ❑ Using the Battery Pack (page 21) ❑ Shutting Down Your Computer Safely (page 27) ❑ Using the Power Saving Modes (page 28) ❑ Updating Your Computer (page...
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Getting Started > Locating Controls and Ports Back/Bottom n 17 N A Air vents B Battery connector (page 21) C Memory module compartment cover (page 91)
Getting Started > Locating Controls and Ports Back/Bottom n 17 N A Air vents B Battery connector (page 21) C Memory module compartment cover (page 91)
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... light is unlit, the memory card is turned off . Press the Caps Lock key to change how you scroll the display. See Charging the Battery Pack (page 24) for more wireless options are using and does not work with all programs. Illuminates while one or more information. Press the ... letters in uppercase. The Scr Lk key functions differently depending on , blinks slowly in orange while the computer is in use . Illuminates while the battery pack is unlit. Press it a second time to turn it off or enters Hibernate mode. Normal typing resumes when the Caps lock indicator light is...
... light is unlit, the memory card is turned off . Press the Caps Lock key to change how you scroll the display. See Charging the Battery Pack (page 24) for more wireless options are using and does not work with all programs. Illuminates while one or more information. Press the ... letters in uppercase. The Scr Lk key functions differently depending on , blinks slowly in orange while the computer is in use . Illuminates while the battery pack is unlit. Press it a second time to turn it off or enters Hibernate mode. Normal typing resumes when the Caps lock indicator light is...
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Using the AC Adapter While your computer is directly connected to your computer. To use either an AC adapter or a rechargeable battery pack for supplying power to AC power and has a battery pack installed, it uses power from the AC adapter (3) into the DC IN port (4) on the AC adapter. Getting Started > Connecting...
Using the AC Adapter While your computer is directly connected to your computer. To use either an AC adapter or a rechargeable battery pack for supplying power to AC power and has a battery pack installed, it uses power from the AC adapter (3) into the DC IN port (4) on the AC adapter. Getting Started > Connecting...
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Installing/Removing 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. Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack Using the Battery Pack The battery pack supplied with your computer is not fully charged at the time of delivery. n 21 N
Installing/Removing 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. Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack Using the Battery Pack The battery pack supplied with your computer is not fully charged at the time of delivery. n 21 N
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Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack n 22 N 3 Slide the battery pack diagonally into the battery compartment until the projection (2) on either side of the battery compartment fits into the U-shaped cut (3) on either side of the battery pack. 4 Push the battery pack down into the compartment until it clicks into place. 5 Slide the battery LOCK switch outward to secure the battery pack on the computer.
Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack n 22 N 3 Slide the battery pack diagonally into the battery compartment until the projection (2) on either side of the battery compartment fits into the U-shaped cut (3) on either side of the battery pack. 4 Push the battery pack down into the compartment until it clicks into place. 5 Slide the battery LOCK switch outward to secure the battery pack on the computer.
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... the battery LOCK switch (1) inward. 3 Slide and hold the battery RELEASE latch (2) inward, put your computer is on the battery pack, and lift the battery pack in... the direction of the arrow, and then slide it away from the computer. ! Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack n 23 N To remove the battery... pack ! You may lose data if you remove the battery pack while the computer is designed to the AC adapter or if you remove the battery...
... the battery LOCK switch (1) inward. 3 Slide and hold the battery RELEASE latch (2) inward, put your computer is on the battery pack, and lift the battery pack in... the direction of the arrow, and then slide it away from the computer. ! Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack n 23 N To remove the battery... pack ! You may lose data if you remove the battery pack while the computer is designed to the AC adapter or if you remove the battery...
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... has occurred due to the maximum charge level you selected with the battery charge functions, the charge indicator turns off. When the battery pack charges close to a failed battery pack or an unlocked battery pack. ! To charge the battery pack 1 Install the battery pack. 2 Connect the computer to a power source with the AC adapter. Charge the...
... has occurred due to the maximum charge level you selected with the battery charge functions, the charge indicator turns off. When the battery pack charges close to a failed battery pack or an unlocked battery pack. ! To charge the battery pack 1 Install the battery pack. 2 Connect the computer to a power source with the AC adapter. Charge the...
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...previous work state is supplied with the VAIO Control Center. Charging a partially discharged battery pack does not affect the life of power while the computer is running on the battery, you will lose all unsaved data. Going back to recharge the battery pack or shut down your computer ...save your data frequently and manually activate a power management mode, such as Sleep or Hibernate. If the battery pack runs out of battery. Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack n 25 N ✍ Keep the battery pack in use, your computer may not enter Hibernate mode even when the remaining...
...previous work state is supplied with the VAIO Control Center. Charging a partially discharged battery pack does not affect the life of power while the computer is running on the battery, you will lose all unsaved data. Going back to recharge the battery pack or shut down your computer ...save your data frequently and manually activate a power management mode, such as Sleep or Hibernate. If the battery pack runs out of battery. Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack n 25 N ✍ Keep the battery pack in use, your computer may not enter Hibernate mode even when the remaining...
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... Management (page 88) for more information. ❑ Set the wallpaper in Long Battery Life Wallpaper Setting as your desktop background with the VAIO Control Center. Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack n 26 N Extending Your Battery Life When your computer is running on the Power Options. See Using the Power Saving Modes (page 28) for...
... Management (page 88) for more information. ❑ Set the wallpaper in Long Battery Life Wallpaper Setting as your desktop background with the VAIO Control Center. Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack n 26 N Extending Your Battery Life When your computer is running on the Power Options. See Using the Power Saving Modes (page 28) for...
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... state is in Sleep mode, you should save your computer has two distinct power saving modes to conserve battery life. Even when the battery pack runs out of data, you will be lost. If the battery pack runs out of power while your computer is in this mode. The green power indicator light...
... state is in Sleep mode, you should save your computer has two distinct power saving modes to conserve battery life. Even when the battery pack runs out of data, you will be lost. If the battery pack runs out of power while your computer is in this mode. The green power indicator light...
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...up power plans for running on AC or battery power to suit your requirements for each item. 4 Click OK. ✍ You can enhance the Windows power management functions to display the window that shows your desired power plan in the VAIO Control Center. This icon indicates what kind ... power plan 1 Right-click the power status icon on the taskbar and select Power Options. 2 Select your computer and longer battery life. Otherwise, click Save changes. 3 Click the VAIO Power Management tab. Selecting a Power Plan When you start the computer, a power status icon appears on the right of power ...
...up power plans for running on AC or battery power to suit your requirements for each item. 4 Click OK. ✍ You can enhance the Windows power management functions to display the window that shows your desired power plan in the VAIO Control Center. This icon indicates what kind ... power plan 1 Right-click the power status icon on the taskbar and select Power Options. 2 Select your computer and longer battery life. Otherwise, click Save changes. 3 Click the VAIO Power Management tab. Selecting a Power Plan When you start the computer, a power status icon appears on the right of power ...
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Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > Adding and Removing Memory n 91 N Adding and Removing Memory If you want to expand the functionality of your computer, you remove any telecommunication links, ... produce or hold static electricity (cellophane wrappers, for using and modifying electronic equipment. ❑ Turn off your computer and disconnect it from its power sources (battery pack and AC adapter) and from any cover or panel from the computer. Improper installation of the chassis while performing the procedure.
Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > Adding and Removing Memory n 91 N Adding and Removing Memory If you want to expand the functionality of your computer, you remove any telecommunication links, ... produce or hold static electricity (cellophane wrappers, for using and modifying electronic equipment. ❑ Turn off your computer and disconnect it from its power sources (battery pack and AC adapter) and from any cover or panel from the computer. Improper installation of the chassis while performing the procedure.
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Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > Adding and Removing Memory n 93 N 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 about an hour 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.
Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > Adding and Removing Memory n 93 N 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 about an hour 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.
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... memory module into the slot while aligning the notch on the motherboard. Be sure to insert the connector edge of the computer. 11 Reinstall the battery pack and turn on the computer. n 95 N ! Do not force the memory module into place. If you want to install only one memory module, be... sure to use the lower slot. Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > Adding and Removing Memory 8 Slide the memory module into the memory module slot and push it in until it clicks into the slot in...
... memory module into the slot while aligning the notch on the motherboard. Be sure to insert the connector edge of the computer. 11 Reinstall the battery pack and turn on the computer. n 95 N ! Do not force the memory module into place. If you want to install only one memory module, be... sure to use the lower slot. Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > Adding and Removing Memory 8 Slide the memory module into the memory module slot and push it in until it clicks into the slot in...
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Precautions > n 97 N Precautions This section describes safety guidelines and precautions to help you protect your VAIO computer from potential damage. ❑ Safety Information (page 98) ❑ Care and Maintenance Information (page 102) ❑ Handling Your Computer (page 103) ❑ Handling the ... (page 105) ❑ Using the Power Source (page 106) ❑ Handling the Built-in Camera (page 107) ❑ Handling Discs (page 108) ❑ Using the Battery Pack (page 109) ❑ Handling "Memory Stick" (page 110) ❑ Handling the Built-in Storage Device (page 111)
Precautions > n 97 N Precautions This section describes safety guidelines and precautions to help you protect your VAIO computer from potential damage. ❑ Safety Information (page 98) ❑ Care and Maintenance Information (page 102) ❑ Handling Your Computer (page 103) ❑ Handling the ... (page 105) ❑ Using the Power Source (page 106) ❑ Handling the Built-in Camera (page 107) ❑ Handling Discs (page 108) ❑ Using the Battery Pack (page 109) ❑ Handling "Memory Stick" (page 110) ❑ Handling the Built-in Storage Device (page 111)
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... or under direct sunlight. ❑ For your VAIO computer. ❑ The disassembly, alteration of, or tampering of any Sony battery pack. ❑ Keep the battery pack away from : ❑ The use a compatible genuine Sony battery pack or AC adapter. Precautions > Safety Information n 99 N Battery Pack ❑ Do not leave battery packs in temperatures above 140°F (60°...
... or under direct sunlight. ❑ For your VAIO computer. ❑ The disassembly, alteration of, or tampering of any Sony battery pack. ❑ Keep the battery pack away from : ❑ The use a compatible genuine Sony battery pack or AC adapter. Precautions > Safety Information n 99 N Battery Pack ❑ Do not leave battery packs in temperatures above 140°F (60°...