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... Considerations ...9 Getting Started ...11 Locating Controls and Ports...12 About the Indicator Lights ...18 Connecting a Power Source ...20 Using the Battery Pack ...21 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 Optical Disc...
... Considerations ...9 Getting Started ...11 Locating Controls and Ports...12 About the Indicator Lights ...18 Connecting a Power Source ...20 Using the Battery Pack ...21 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 Optical Disc...
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n4 N Precautions ...145 On Handling the LCD Screen ...146 On Using the Power Source ...147 On Handling Your Computer...148 On Handling Floppy Disks ...150 On Handling Discs ...151 On Using the Battery Pack...152 On Using Headphones...154 On Handling Memory Stick Media...155 On Handling the Hard Disk ...156 On Handling the Memory Card Adapter...157 Troubleshooting ...158 Computer ...160 System Security ...167 Battery...169 Internet ...171 Networking ...173 Bluetooth Technology ...176 Optical Discs ...181 Display ...185 Printing ...187 Microphone ...188 Mouse ...189 Speakers ...190
n4 N Precautions ...145 On Handling the LCD Screen ...146 On Using the Power Source ...147 On Handling Your Computer...148 On Handling Floppy Disks ...150 On Handling Discs ...151 On Using the Battery Pack...152 On Using Headphones...154 On Handling Memory Stick Media...155 On Handling the Hard Disk ...156 On Handling the Memory Card Adapter...157 Troubleshooting ...158 Computer ...160 System Security ...167 Battery...169 Internet ...171 Networking ...173 Bluetooth Technology ...176 Optical Discs ...181 Display ...185 Printing ...187 Microphone ...188 Mouse ...189 Speakers ...190
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... manufacturers' instructions. ❑ Locating Controls and Ports (page 12) ❑ About the Indicator Lights (page 18) ❑ Connecting a Power Source (page 20) ❑ Using the Battery Pack (page 21) ❑ Shutting Down Your Computer Safely (page 27) n 11 N Getting Started Getting Started This section describes how to start up your...
... manufacturers' instructions. ❑ Locating Controls and Ports (page 12) ❑ About the Indicator Lights (page 18) ❑ Connecting a Power Source (page 20) ❑ Using the Battery Pack (page 21) ❑ Shutting Down Your Computer Safely (page 27) n 11 N Getting Started Getting Started This section describes how to start up your...
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n 13 N Getting Started A Power indicator (page 18) B Battery indicator (page 18) C Hard disk drive indicator (page 18) D WLAN (Wireless LAN) indicator (page 18) E Bluetooth indicator (page 18) F S1/S2 buttons (page 32) G STAMINA mode indicator (page 18) H Performance selector switch (page 102) I SPEED mode indicator (page 18) J WIRELESS switch (page 60) K Num lock indicator (page 18) L Caps lock indicator (page 18) M Scroll lock indicator (page 18) N Power button
n 13 N Getting Started A Power indicator (page 18) B Battery indicator (page 18) C Hard disk drive indicator (page 18) D WLAN (Wireless LAN) indicator (page 18) E Bluetooth indicator (page 18) F S1/S2 buttons (page 32) G STAMINA mode indicator (page 18) H Performance selector switch (page 102) I SPEED mode indicator (page 18) J WIRELESS switch (page 60) K Num lock indicator (page 18) L Caps lock indicator (page 18) M Scroll lock indicator (page 18) N Power button
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Back A DC IN port (page 20) B Battery connector (page 21) C Air vents D Security slot n 14 N Getting Started
Back A DC IN port (page 20) B Battery connector (page 21) C Air vents D Security slot n 14 N Getting Started
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... when data is read from or written to turn off the computer when this indicator is on .) When the indicator is off . Indicator Power 1 Battery e Memory Stick Optical disc drive STAMINA mode SPEED mode Hard disk drive Num lock Caps lock Scroll lock Functions Illuminates when the power of power..., and double-blinks when the battery pack is charging. Normal scrolling resumes when the Scroll lock indicator is off , the Memory Stick media is not being used . n 18 N Getting ...
... when data is read from or written to turn off the computer when this indicator is on .) When the indicator is off . Indicator Power 1 Battery e Memory Stick Optical disc drive STAMINA mode SPEED mode Hard disk drive Num lock Caps lock Scroll lock Functions Illuminates when the power of power..., and double-blinks when the battery pack is charging. Normal scrolling resumes when the Scroll lock indicator is off , the Memory Stick media is not being used . n 18 N Getting ...
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... DC In plug varies depending on the optional docking station. ! 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 your computer for a long period of time, place the computer into the DC IN port (4) on the computer or on...
... DC In plug varies depending on the optional docking station. ! 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 your computer for a long period of time, place the computer into the DC IN port (4) on the computer or on...
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n 21 N Getting Started Using the Battery Pack The battery pack supplied with your computer is not fully charged at the time of delivery. 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 the battery compartment until it clicks into place.
n 21 N Getting Started Using the Battery Pack The battery pack supplied with your computer is not fully charged at the time of delivery. 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 the battery compartment until it clicks into place.
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n 22 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 22 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. !
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... the maximum charge level you selected with the battery care function, see To use the battery care function (page 25). Charge the battery pack as the battery pack charges). The battery pack is charging. The battery pack is running out of delivery. The computer automatically charges the battery pack (the battery indicator light flashes in a double blink pattern...
... the maximum charge level you selected with the battery care function, see To use the battery care function (page 25). Charge the battery pack as the battery pack charges). The battery pack is charging. The battery pack is running out of delivery. The computer automatically charges the battery pack (the battery indicator light flashes in a double blink pattern...
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...should save your computer may not enter Hibernate mode even when battery life is nearly depleted, both the battery and power indicator lights blink. Charging a partially discharged battery pack does not affect the battery life. When battery life is low. For some software applications and some peripheral ...devices, your data frequently and manually activate a power management mode, such as a power source. Keep the battery pack in your computer and install a fully charged battery pack. To avoid loss of data when using the computer. To avoid loss of power, both the...
...should save your computer may not enter Hibernate mode even when battery life is nearly depleted, both the battery and power indicator lights blink. Charging a partially discharged battery pack does not affect the battery life. When battery life is low. For some software applications and some peripheral ...devices, your data frequently and manually activate a power management mode, such as a power source. Keep the battery pack in your computer and install a fully charged battery pack. To avoid loss of data when using the computer. To avoid loss of power, both the...
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The VAIO Central window appears. 2 Double-click Power Management and Battery Care Function. 3 Click to All Programs, and click VAIO Central. n 25 N Getting Started To use the battery care function You can select your desired maximum charge level with the battery care function to reduce battery degradation. 1 Click Start, point to select the Enable Battery Care Function check box. 4 Select the desired maximum charge level. 5 Click OK.
The VAIO Central window appears. 2 Double-click Power Management and Battery Care Function. 3 Click to All Programs, and click VAIO Central. n 25 N Getting Started To use the battery care function You can select your desired maximum charge level with the battery care function to reduce battery degradation. 1 Click Start, point to select the Enable Battery Care Function check box. 4 Select the desired maximum charge level. 5 Click OK.
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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. 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 Standby mode. 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) inward. 3 Slide and hold the battery release latch (2) and slide the battery pack away from the computer. 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 Standby mode. n 26 N Getting Started Removing the Battery Pack !
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n 38 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 same disc burning software to add data to burn discs, make ... while using your computer, to write data to close all other shape (star, heart, card, etc.), as this may result. ❑ To make sure your battery pack is preinstalled on the optical disc drive, you need to a disc. To complete this process, follow the instructions included with your computer while writing...
n 38 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 same disc burning software to add data to burn discs, make ... while using your computer, to write data to close all other shape (star, heart, card, etc.), as this may result. ❑ To make sure your battery pack is preinstalled on the optical disc drive, you need to a disc. To complete this process, follow the instructions included with your computer while writing...
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To attach your computer to the docking station. Be sure to install the battery pack before attaching your computer to the docking station; this may detach the docking station and cause damage to both units. 1 Disconnect all peripherals from ...
To attach your computer to the docking station. Be sure to install the battery pack before attaching your computer to the docking station; this may detach the docking station and cause damage to both units. 1 Disconnect all peripherals from ...
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... computer still on the docking station may result in loss of power, disconnecting your computer off the docking station. Use of the computer. When the battery pack is running out of unsaved data. n 79 N Using Peripheral Devices Disconnecting Your Computer from the docking station when the IN USE indicator is lit...
... computer still on the docking station may result in loss of power, disconnecting your computer off the docking station. Use of the computer. When the battery pack is running out of unsaved data. n 79 N Using Peripheral Devices Disconnecting Your Computer from the docking station when the IN USE indicator is lit...
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n 102 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Selecting Performance Modes Your computer is equipped with the performance selector switch, you must restart your computer to provide faster performance. ✍ You can ... performance mode with the performance 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 place it into the selected mode. Once you for lower power consumption or faster performance. !
n 102 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Selecting Performance Modes Your computer is equipped with the performance selector switch, you must restart your computer to provide faster performance. ✍ You can ... performance mode with the performance 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 place it into the selected mode. Once you for lower power consumption or faster performance. !
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n 129 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using the Power Saving Modes When you use . The green power indicator light is in this mode. To save power while not working, you should be aware that the computer will automatically enter Hibernate mode if the remaining battery charge becomes short, regardless of the power ... power saving modes: Standby and Hibernate. Using Normal Mode This is the normal state of the computer when it is on in use a battery pack as the power source for your computer, you can turn off a specific device such as the LCD screen or the hard disk drive.
n 129 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using the Power Saving Modes When you use . The green power indicator light is in this mode. To save power while not working, you should be aware that the computer will automatically enter Hibernate mode if the remaining battery charge becomes short, regardless of the power ... power saving modes: Standby and Hibernate. Using Normal Mode This is the normal state of the computer when it is on in use a battery pack as the power source for your computer, you can turn off a specific device such as the LCD screen or the hard disk drive.
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If the battery runs down while your computer is impossible. If you do not intend to the previous work state is in Standby mode, you cannot insert a disc. Going back to use your computer for a long period of Standby mode quicker than Hibernate mode. ! n 130 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using Standby mode Standby...
If the battery runs down while your computer is impossible. If you do not intend to the previous work state is in Standby mode, you cannot insert a disc. Going back to use your computer for a long period of Standby mode quicker than Hibernate mode. ! n 130 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using Standby mode Standby...
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...change the Standby mode settings. The Power Options Properties window appears. 4 Select the Power Schemes tab. 5 Change the System Standby settings. n 131 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer To return to configure your computer will enter Standby mode. This power resuming preference will lose all unsaved data. ✍ You can change the...mode settings 1 Click Start and then Control Panel. 2 Click Performance and Maintenance. 3 Click Power Options. You will be lost if you can use VAIO Central to Normal mode Press any key. ! To modify this, you remove both the AC adapter and the...
...change the Standby mode settings. The Power Options Properties window appears. 4 Select the Power Schemes tab. 5 Change the System Standby settings. n 131 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer To return to configure your computer will enter Standby mode. This power resuming preference will lose all unsaved data. ✍ You can change the...mode settings 1 Click Start and then Control Panel. 2 Click Performance and Maintenance. 3 Click Power Options. You will be lost if you can use VAIO Central to Normal mode Press any key. ! To modify this, you remove both the AC adapter and the...