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... ...10 Getting Started ...12 Locating Controls and Ports...13 About the Indicator Lights ...19 Connecting a Power Source ...21 Using the Battery Pack ...22 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely ...27 Using Your VAIO Computer ...28 Using the Keyboard ...29 Using the Touch Pad ...31 Using Special-function Buttons ...32 Using the Built-in...
... ...10 Getting Started ...12 Locating Controls and Ports...13 About the Indicator Lights ...19 Connecting a Power Source ...21 Using the Battery Pack ...22 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely ...27 Using Your VAIO Computer ...28 Using the Keyboard ...29 Using the Touch Pad ...31 Using Special-function Buttons ...32 Using the Built-in...
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...Computer...170 On Using the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...172 On Handling Floppy Disks ...173 On Handling Discs ...174 On Using the Battery Pack...175 On Using Headphones...176 On Handling Memory Stick Media...177 On Handling the Hard Disk ...178 On Handling the Memory Card ...Adapter...179 Troubleshooting ...180 Computer ...182 System Security ...189 Battery...190 Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...192 Internet ...195 Networking ...197 Bluetooth Technology ...200 Optical Discs ...204 Display ...208 Printing ...211 Microphone ......
...Computer...170 On Using the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...172 On Handling Floppy Disks ...173 On Handling Discs ...174 On Using the Battery Pack...175 On Using Headphones...176 On Handling Memory Stick Media...177 On Handling the Hard Disk ...178 On Handling the Memory Card ...Adapter...179 Troubleshooting ...180 Computer ...182 System Security ...189 Battery...190 Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...192 Internet ...195 Networking ...197 Bluetooth Technology ...200 Optical Discs ...204 Display ...208 Printing ...211 Microphone ......
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... manufacturer's instructions. ❑ Locating Controls and Ports (page 13) ❑ About the Indicator Lights (page 19) ❑ Connecting a Power Source (page 21) ❑ Using the Battery Pack (page 22) ❑ Shutting Down Your Computer Safely (page 27) Make sure to get started with using your system. Before starting your computer. n 12...
... manufacturer's instructions. ❑ Locating Controls and Ports (page 13) ❑ About the Indicator Lights (page 19) ❑ Connecting a Power Source (page 21) ❑ Using the Battery Pack (page 22) ❑ Shutting Down Your Computer Safely (page 27) Make sure to get started with using your system. Before starting your computer. n 12...
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n 14 N Getting Started A Power indicator (page 19) B Battery indicator (page 19) C Hard disk drive indicator (page 19) D WLAN (Wireless LAN) indicator (page 19) E WWAN (Wireless WAN) indicator* (page 19) F Bluetooth indicator* (page 19) G S1/S2 buttons (page 32) H STAMINA mode indicator (page 19) I Performance selector switch (page 104) J SPEED mode indicator (page 19) K WIRELESS switch (page 61) L Num lock indicator (page 19) M Caps lock indicator (page 19) N Scroll lock indicator (page 19) O Power button * On selected models only.
n 14 N Getting Started A Power indicator (page 19) B Battery indicator (page 19) C Hard disk drive indicator (page 19) D WLAN (Wireless LAN) indicator (page 19) E WWAN (Wireless WAN) indicator* (page 19) F Bluetooth indicator* (page 19) G S1/S2 buttons (page 32) H STAMINA mode indicator (page 19) I Performance selector switch (page 104) J SPEED mode indicator (page 19) K WIRELESS switch (page 61) L Num lock indicator (page 19) M Caps lock indicator (page 19) N Scroll lock indicator (page 19) O Power button * On selected models only.
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Back n 15 N Getting Started A DC IN port (page 21) B SIM card slot* See the SmartWi Connection Utility Guide for more information. C Battery connector (page 22) D Air vents E Security slot * On selected models only.
Back n 15 N Getting Started A DC IN port (page 21) B SIM card slot* See the SmartWi Connection Utility Guide for more information. C Battery connector (page 22) D Air vents E Security slot * On selected models only.
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When the indicator is off, the optical disc is not being used . Caps lock Press the Caps Lock key to conserve battery power. Hard disk drive Illuminates when data is on . Do not enter Sleep mode or turn off the computer when this indicator is read ... is in use. Indicator Functions Power 1 Illuminates when the power of power, and double-blinks when the battery pack is on . Battery e Illuminates when the computer is using battery power, blinks when the battery pack is running out of the computer is charging. Memory Stick Duo/PRO Duo media Illuminates when data is...
When the indicator is off, the optical disc is not being used . Caps lock Press the Caps Lock key to conserve battery power. Hard disk drive Illuminates when data is on . Do not enter Sleep mode or turn off the computer when this indicator is read ... is in use. Indicator Functions Power 1 Illuminates when the power of power, and double-blinks when the battery pack is on . Battery e Illuminates when the computer is using battery power, blinks when the battery pack is running out of the computer is charging. Memory Stick Duo/PRO Duo media Illuminates when data is...
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... the cable attached to the AC adapter (3) into Hibernate mode. n 21 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 or on the AC adapter...
... the cable attached to the AC adapter (3) into Hibernate mode. n 21 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 or on the AC adapter...
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Using the Battery Pack The battery pack supplied with your computer is not fully charged at the time of purchase. n 22 N Getting Started 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) to the UNLOCK position. 3 Slide the battery pack into the battery compartment until it clicks into place.
Using the Battery Pack The battery pack supplied with your computer is not fully charged at the time of purchase. n 22 N Getting Started 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) to the UNLOCK position. 3 Slide the battery pack into the battery compartment until it clicks into place.
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This computer is directly connected to operate only with genuine Sony batteries. 4 Slide the battery lock switch (1) to the LOCK position to secure the battery pack on the computer. ✍ When your computer is designed to AC power and has a battery pack installed, it uses power from the AC outlet. ! n 23 N Getting Started
This computer is directly connected to operate only with genuine Sony batteries. 4 Slide the battery lock switch (1) to the LOCK position to secure the battery pack on the computer. ✍ When your computer is designed to AC power and has a battery pack installed, it uses power from the AC outlet. ! n 23 N Getting Started
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... On Blinks Double blinks Off Meaning The computer is using battery power. The computer is using AC power. The battery pack is running out of purchase. The battery pack is about 85% charged, the battery indicator turns off. To charge the battery pack 1 Install the battery pack. 2 Connect the AC adapter to the computer. When the...
... On Blinks Double blinks Off Meaning The computer is using battery power. The computer is using AC power. The battery pack is running out of purchase. The battery pack is about 85% charged, the battery indicator turns off. To charge the battery pack 1 Install the battery pack. 2 Connect the AC adapter to the computer. When the...
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...is on while you will lose any time. When your data frequently. n 25 N Getting Started ✍ When the battery pack is nearly depleted, both the battery and power indicator lights blink. For some software applications and some peripheral devices, your data frequently and manually activate a ...power management mode, such as a power source. Charging a partially discharged battery pack does not affect battery life. To avoid loss of data when using battery power, you are using the computer. When battery life is running out of data, you should save your computer may not enter...
...is on while you will lose any time. When your data frequently. n 25 N Getting Started ✍ When the battery pack is nearly depleted, both the battery and power indicator lights blink. For some software applications and some peripheral devices, your data frequently and manually activate a ...power management mode, such as a power source. Charging a partially discharged battery pack does not affect battery life. To avoid loss of data when using battery power, you are using the computer. When battery life is running out of data, you should save your computer may not enter...
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n 26 N Getting Started Removing the Battery Pack ! 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. 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.
n 26 N Getting Started Removing the Battery Pack ! 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. 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.
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For example, if you have a disc with data that you burned with your battery pack is at least 50 percent charged. ❑ Make sure you need to close all other shape (star,...use the AC adapter to power your computer or make sure your software. ❑ Only use circular discs. n 39 N Using Your VAIO Computer Notes on the surface of a disc may cause writing errors. ❑ Do not switch power modes while using the preinstalled software...; To make sure you eject it. Fingerprints and dust on writing data to a disc ❑ Use only Sony Value-added software when writing to discs.
For example, if you have a disc with data that you burned with your battery pack is at least 50 percent charged. ❑ Make sure you need to close all other shape (star,...use the AC adapter to power your computer or make sure your software. ❑ Only use circular discs. n 39 N Using Your VAIO Computer Notes on the surface of a disc may cause writing errors. ❑ Do not switch power modes while using the preinstalled software...; To make sure you eject it. Fingerprints and dust on writing data to a disc ❑ Use only Sony Value-added software when writing to discs.
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When your computer to the docking station. To attach your computer has no battery pack installed, do not attach the computer to the docking station ! n 77 N Using Peripheral Devices Attaching Your Computer to the AC adapter (2) into the DC IN port (3) on the docking station (4). To prevent loss of unsaved data, be sure to turn off your computer before attaching it to the docking station. 1 Disconnect all peripherals from the computer. 2 Plug one end of the power cord (1) into the AC adapter (2) and the other end into an AC outlet. 3 Plug the cable attached to the Docking Station !
When your computer to the docking station. To attach your computer has no battery pack installed, do not attach the computer to the docking station ! n 77 N Using Peripheral Devices Attaching Your Computer to the AC adapter (2) into the DC IN port (3) on the docking station (4). To prevent loss of unsaved data, be sure to turn off your computer before attaching it to the docking station. 1 Disconnect all peripherals from the computer. 2 Plug one end of the power cord (1) into the AC adapter (2) and the other end into an AC outlet. 3 Plug the cable attached to the Docking Station !
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... on the docking station may cause unstable operations. Once you have completed the steps in To disconnect your computer from the Docking Station ! When the battery pack is lit may result in use before disconnecting your computer from the docking station. Disconnecting the computer while the IN USE indicator is running...
... on the docking station may cause unstable operations. Once you have completed the steps in To disconnect your computer from the Docking Station ! When the battery pack is lit may result in use before disconnecting your computer from the docking station. Disconnecting the computer while the IN USE indicator is running...
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... selector switch (1) to select a performance mode for computer restart. ❑ STAMINA mode Uses the Intel Graphics Media Accelerator to conserve battery power. ❑ SPEED mode Uses the NVIDIA video controller to provide faster performance. ✍ You can find the current performance mode... by the lit indicator on either side of the performance selector switch. n 104 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Selecting Performance Modes Your computer is equipped with the performance selector switch, you must restart your computer to place it into the...
... selector switch (1) to select a performance mode for computer restart. ❑ STAMINA mode Uses the Intel Graphics Media Accelerator to conserve battery power. ❑ SPEED mode Uses the NVIDIA video controller to provide faster performance. ✍ You can find the current performance mode... by the lit indicator on either side of the performance selector switch. n 104 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Selecting Performance Modes Your computer is equipped with the performance selector switch, you must restart your computer to place it into the...
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...150 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using the Power Saving Modes When you use . When using battery power, you to turn off a specific device such as the power source for your computer, you can turn off specific devices, your computer and install a fully charged battery pack. Using Normal ...working, you should be aware that the computer will automatically enter Hibernate mode if the remaining battery charge becomes short, regardless of power management settings to recharge the battery pack or shut down your computer has two distinct power saving modes: Sleep and Hibernate. The...
...150 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using the Power Saving Modes When you use . When using battery power, you to turn off a specific device such as the power source for your computer, you can turn off specific devices, your computer and install a fully charged battery pack. Using Normal ...working, you should be aware that the computer will automatically enter Hibernate mode if the remaining battery charge becomes short, regardless of power management settings to recharge the battery pack or shut down your computer has two distinct power saving modes: Sleep and Hibernate. The...
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... power light flashes in Sleep mode, you remove both the AC adapter and the battery pack. You can use VAIO Central to Normal mode Press any unsaved data. ✍ When your data frequently. If the battery runs down while your computer is in Sleep mode, you should save your computer ..., the arrow next to the previous work state is in this mode. See Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Central (page 149). ! To avoid loss of Hibernate mode. n 151 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using Sleep Mode Sleep mode turns off automatically. This power resuming preference will lose any key. ! ...
... power light flashes in Sleep mode, you remove both the AC adapter and the battery pack. You can use VAIO Central to Normal mode Press any unsaved data. ✍ When your data frequently. If the battery runs down while your computer is in Sleep mode, you should save your computer ..., the arrow next to the previous work state is in this mode. See Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Central (page 149). ! To avoid loss of Hibernate mode. n 151 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using Sleep Mode Sleep mode turns off automatically. This power resuming preference will lose any key. ! ...
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n 153 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using Hibernate Mode In Hibernate mode, the state of the system is saved on the hard disk and power is off . Even when the battery runs down, no data will turn off automatically. The computer returns to Hibernate mode. To activate Hibernate mode Press the Fn+F12 keys...
n 153 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using Hibernate Mode In Hibernate mode, the state of the system is saved on the hard disk and power is off . Even when the battery runs down, no data will turn off automatically. The computer returns to Hibernate mode. To activate Hibernate mode Press the Fn+F12 keys...
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It takes more time than Sleep mode to be lost if you remove both the AC adapter and the battery pack. See Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Central (page 149). ! This power saving mode saves you the time of time, place the computer into Hibernate mode. Hibernate mode requires more time... your computer before its power indicator light turns off. Hibernate mode uses less power than from Hibernate mode than Sleep mode. n 154 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer ✍ If you do not use VAIO Central to configure your computer to return to Normal mode when you open the LCD screen lid.
It takes more time than Sleep mode to be lost if you remove both the AC adapter and the battery pack. See Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Central (page 149). ! This power saving mode saves you the time of time, place the computer into Hibernate mode. Hibernate mode requires more time... your computer before its power indicator light turns off. Hibernate mode uses less power than from Hibernate mode than Sleep mode. n 154 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer ✍ If you do not use VAIO Central to configure your computer to return to Normal mode when you open the LCD screen lid.