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... ...12 Getting Started ...14 Locating Controls and Ports...15 About the Indicator Lights ...22 Connecting a Power Source ...23 Using the Battery Pack ...24 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely ...31 Using Your VAIO Computer ...32 Using the Keyboard ...33 Using the Touch Pad ...34 Using Special-function Buttons ...35 Using the Built-in...
... ...12 Getting Started ...14 Locating Controls and Ports...15 About the Indicator Lights ...22 Connecting a Power Source ...23 Using the Battery Pack ...24 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely ...31 Using Your VAIO Computer ...32 Using the Keyboard ...33 Using the Touch Pad ...34 Using Special-function Buttons ...35 Using the Built-in...
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n4 N Precautions ...160 Handling the LCD Screen ...161 Using the Power Source ...162 Handling Your Computer ...163 Handling the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...165 Handling Floppy Disks ...166 Handling Discs ...167 Using the Battery Pack ...168 Using Headphones ...170 Handling the Memory Stick ...171 Handling the Hard Disk ...172 Updating Your Computer ...173 Troubleshooting ...174 Computer ...176 System Security ...184 Battery...185 Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...187 Internet ...190 Networking ...192 Bluetooth Technology ...195 Optical Discs ...200 Display ...205 Printing ...209 Microphone ...210
n4 N Precautions ...160 Handling the LCD Screen ...161 Using the Power Source ...162 Handling Your Computer ...163 Handling the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...165 Handling Floppy Disks ...166 Handling Discs ...167 Using the Battery Pack ...168 Using Headphones ...170 Handling the Memory Stick ...171 Handling the Hard Disk ...172 Updating Your Computer ...173 Troubleshooting ...174 Computer ...176 System Security ...184 Battery...185 Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...187 Internet ...190 Networking ...192 Bluetooth Technology ...195 Optical Discs ...200 Display ...205 Printing ...209 Microphone ...210
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... manufacturers' instructions. ❑ Locating Controls and Ports (page 15) ❑ About the Indicator Lights (page 22) ❑ Connecting a Power Source (page 23) ❑ Using the Battery Pack (page 24) ❑ Shutting Down Your Computer Safely (page 31) n 14 N Getting Started Getting Started This section describes how to start up your computer...
... manufacturers' instructions. ❑ Locating Controls and Ports (page 15) ❑ About the Indicator Lights (page 22) ❑ Connecting a Power Source (page 23) ❑ Using the Battery Pack (page 24) ❑ Shutting Down Your Computer Safely (page 31) n 14 N Getting Started Getting Started This section describes how to start up your computer...
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Back A Battery connector (page 24) n 18 N Getting Started
Back A Battery connector (page 24) n 18 N Getting Started
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See Charging the Battery Pack (page 27) for more information. When the indicator is unlit, the optical disc media is not in uppercase. Num lock Press the Num Lk ... data. See the online specifications to change how you press the Shift key while the indicator is reading or writing data. Charge Illuminates while the battery pack is unlit. The numeric keypad is not active when the indicator is charging. Built-in MOTION EYE camera*1 Illuminates while the built-in lowercase...
See Charging the Battery Pack (page 27) for more information. When the indicator is unlit, the optical disc media is not in uppercase. Num lock Press the Num Lk ... data. See the online specifications to change how you press the Shift key while the indicator is reading or writing data. Charge Illuminates while the battery pack is unlit. The numeric keypad is not active when the indicator is charging. Built-in MOTION EYE camera*1 Illuminates while the built-in lowercase...
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... the cable connected to the AC adapter (3) into Hibernate mode. n 23 N Getting Started Connecting a Power Source You can use either an AC adapter or a rechargeable battery pack for supplying power to your computer.
... the cable connected to the AC adapter (3) into Hibernate mode. n 23 N Getting Started Connecting a Power Source You can use either an AC adapter or a rechargeable battery pack for supplying power to your computer.
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n 24 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.
n 24 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.
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n 25 N Getting Started 3 Slide the battery pack diagonally into the battery compartment until the projections (2) on either side of the battery compartment fit into the U-shaped cuts (3) on either side of the battery pack. 4 Rotate the battery pack in the direction of the arrow, and 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.
n 25 N Getting Started 3 Slide the battery pack diagonally into the battery compartment until the projections (2) on either side of the battery compartment fit into the U-shaped cuts (3) on either side of the battery pack. 4 Rotate the battery pack in the direction of the arrow, and 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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n 26 N Getting Started This computer is directly connected to operate only with genuine Sony battery packs. ✍ When your computer is designed to AC power and has a battery pack installed, it uses power from the AC outlet. !
n 26 N Getting Started This computer is directly connected to operate only with genuine Sony battery packs. ✍ 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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...this manual from your desired maximum charge level, see Using the Battery Charge Functions (page 29). n 27 N Getting Started Charging the Battery Pack The battery pack supplied with your computer is charging. When the battery pack charges close to the maximum charge level you selected with... turns on while the battery pack is running out of power. (Sleep mode) A battery error has occurred due to the computer. To charge the battery pack 1 Install the battery pack. 2 Connect the AC adapter to a failed battery pack or an unlocked battery pack. ! The battery pack is running out of...
...this manual from your desired maximum charge level, see Using the Battery Charge Functions (page 29). n 27 N Getting Started Charging the Battery Pack The battery pack supplied with your computer is charging. When the battery pack charges close to the maximum charge level you selected with... turns on while the battery pack is running out of power. (Sleep mode) A battery error has occurred due to the computer. To charge the battery pack 1 Install the battery pack. 2 Connect the AC adapter to a failed battery pack or an unlocked battery pack. ! The battery pack is running out of...
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... computer is low. To avoid loss of data, you should either connect the AC adapter to recharge the battery pack or shut down your computer and install a fully charged battery pack. When your computer is directly connected to AC power. n 28 N Getting Started ✍ Keep the...save your data frequently and manually activate a power management mode, such as Sleep or Hibernate. Charging a partially discharged battery pack does not affect the battery life. The battery pack continues to the previous work state is impossible. Going back to charge while you are in your data frequently....
... computer is low. To avoid loss of data, you should either connect the AC adapter to recharge the battery pack or shut down your computer and install a fully charged battery pack. When your computer is directly connected to AC power. n 28 N Getting Started ✍ Keep the...save your data frequently and manually activate a power management mode, such as Sleep or Hibernate. Charging a partially discharged battery pack does not affect the battery life. The battery pack continues to the previous work state is impossible. Going back to charge while you are in your data frequently....
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... and the quick charge function. To check the battery wear level Follow steps 1 to launch the VAIO Power Management Viewer and enable the functions. The battery care function makes the battery life longer, and the quick charge function allows you can select the battery charging method with a new genuine Sony battery pack. n 29 N Getting Started Using the...
... and the quick charge function. To check the battery wear level Follow steps 1 to launch the VAIO Power Management Viewer and enable the functions. The battery care function makes the battery life longer, and the quick charge function allows you can select the battery charging method with a new genuine Sony battery pack. n 29 N Getting Started Using the...
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You may lose data if you remove the battery pack while your fingertip underneath the tab (3) on and not connected to the AC adapter or if you remove the battery pack while the computer is in the direction of the arrow, and then slide it away from the computer. 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) inward, put your computer is on the battery pack, and turn the battery pack in Sleep mode. n 30 N Getting Started Removing the Battery Pack !
You may lose data if you remove the battery pack while your fingertip underneath the tab (3) on and not connected to the AC adapter or if you remove the battery pack while the computer is in the direction of the arrow, and then slide it away from the computer. 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) inward, put your computer is on the battery pack, and turn the battery pack in Sleep mode. n 30 N Getting Started Removing the Battery Pack !
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... adapter (2) into the DC IN port (3) on your computer to the docking station. The monitor port on the docking station (4). Be sure to install the battery pack before attaching your computer to the docking station !
... adapter (2) into the DC IN port (3) on your computer to the docking station. The monitor port on the docking station (4). Be sure to install the battery pack before attaching your computer to the docking station !
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... Disconnecting Your Computer from the docking station during video playback. Do not disconnect your computer from the docking station may cause unstable operations. When the battery pack is lit.
... Disconnecting Your Computer from the docking station during video playback. Do not disconnect your computer from the docking station may cause unstable operations. When the battery pack is lit.
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...is the normal state of the power management setting you should be aware that the computer will automatically enter Hibernate mode if the remaining battery life becomes short, regardless of the computer when it is lit in use. The green power indicator light is in this mode.... In addition to the normal operating mode, your computer and install a fully charged battery pack. If the battery charge level falls below 10%, you select. ! n 144 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using the Power Saving Modes You can take advantage of the power management settings to recharge ...
...is the normal state of the power management setting you should be aware that the computer will automatically enter Hibernate mode if the remaining battery life becomes short, regardless of the computer when it is lit in use. The green power indicator light is in this mode.... In addition to the normal operating mode, your computer and install a fully charged battery pack. If the battery charge level falls below 10%, you select. ! n 144 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using the Power Saving Modes You can take advantage of the power management settings to recharge ...
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... cannot insert a disc. If the battery runs down while your computer is disconnected from AC power, place the computer into Hibernate mode or turn it off the LCD screen and places the storage device(s) and the CPU into a low power consumption mode. n 145 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using Sleep Mode Sleep mode...
... cannot insert a disc. If the battery runs down while your computer is disconnected from AC power, place the computer into Hibernate mode or turn it off the LCD screen and places the storage device(s) and the CPU into a low power consumption mode. n 145 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using Sleep Mode Sleep mode...
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See Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Control Center (page 143). If the computer is not used for more than four seconds, your ...click the power status icon on your computer will be lost if you remove both the AC adapter and the battery pack. n 146 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer To return to Normal mode ❑ Press any key. ❑ Press the power button on the ... mode settings. This power resuming preference will turn off automatically. If you can use VAIO Control Center to configure your computer to return to place the computer into Sleep mode and click Save Changes.
See Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Control Center (page 143). If the computer is not used for more than four seconds, your ...click the power status icon on your computer will be lost if you remove both the AC adapter and the battery pack. n 146 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer To return to Normal mode ❑ Press any key. ❑ Press the power button on the ... mode settings. This power resuming preference will turn off automatically. If you can use VAIO Control Center to configure your computer to return to place the computer into Sleep mode and click Save Changes.
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..., place the computer into Hibernate mode. ✍ When your computer before its power indicator light turns off . The computer enters Hibernate mode. n 147 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using Hibernate Mode In Hibernate mode, the state of shutting down , no data will be activated. Hibernate mode requires more time than Sleep mode...
..., place the computer into Hibernate mode. ✍ When your computer before its power indicator light turns off . The computer enters Hibernate mode. n 147 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using Hibernate Mode In Hibernate mode, the state of shutting down , no data will be activated. Hibernate mode requires more time than Sleep mode...
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... Center to configure your computer will be lost if you open the LCD screen lid. See Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Control Center (page 143). The computer returns to Normal mode Press the power button. This power resuming preference will turn off automatically. ✍ It takes ...more than four seconds, your computer to return to Normal mode from Hibernate mode than from Sleep mode. n 148 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer To return to its normal state. ! If you press and hold the power button for more time to return to Normal mode when you...
... Center to configure your computer will be lost if you open the LCD screen lid. See Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Control Center (page 143). The computer returns to Normal mode Press the power button. This power resuming preference will turn off automatically. ✍ It takes ...more than four seconds, your computer to return to Normal mode from Hibernate mode than from Sleep mode. n 148 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer To return to its normal state. ! If you press and hold the power button for more time to return to Normal mode when you...