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... into Hibernate mode. If you do not intend to the AC adapter (3) into the AC adapter (3). 2 Plug the other end of shutting down and resuming. To use your computer for your computer. This power saving mode saves the time of the power cord into an AC outlet (2). 3 Plug the cable connected to... use the AC adapter 1 Plug one end of the power cord (1) into the DC IN port (4) on the computer or on ...
... into Hibernate mode. If you do not intend to the AC adapter (3) into the AC adapter (3). 2 Plug the other end of shutting down and resuming. To use your computer for your computer. This power saving mode saves the time of the power cord into an AC outlet (2). 3 Plug the cable connected to... use the AC adapter 1 Plug one end of the power cord (1) into the DC IN port (4) on the computer or on ...
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...computer. The computer automatically charges the battery pack (the battery indicator light flashes in this manual from your computer is using battery power. To select your desired maximum charge level with your first battery charge. The computer is not fully charged at the time of... power. The battery pack is running out of delivery. To charge the battery pack 1 Install the battery pack. 2 Connect the AC adapter to the maximum charge level you selected with the battery care function, the ...
...computer. The computer automatically charges the battery pack (the battery indicator light flashes in this manual from your computer is using battery power. To select your desired maximum charge level with your first battery charge. The computer is not fully charged at the time of... power. The battery pack is running out of delivery. To charge the battery pack 1 Install the battery pack. 2 Connect the AC adapter to the maximum charge level you selected with the battery care function, the ...
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... may not enter Hibernate mode even when battery life is low. Keep the battery pack in your computer is nearly depleted, both the battery and power indicator lights blink. When battery life is a lithium ion battery pack and can be recharged any time. To avoid loss of data when using the... pack does not affect the battery life. The battery pack continues to the previous work state is on while you should either connect the AC adapter to AC power. If the battery pack wears out when the computer enters Sleep mode, you should save your data frequently.
... may not enter Hibernate mode even when battery life is low. Keep the battery pack in your computer is nearly depleted, both the battery and power indicator lights blink. When battery life is a lithium ion battery pack and can be recharged any time. To avoid loss of data when using the... pack does not affect the battery life. The battery pack continues to the previous work state is on while you should either connect the AC adapter to AC power. If the battery pack wears out when the computer enters Sleep mode, you should save your data frequently.
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...cause a failure. Do not use discs in any disc burning software. ❑ Connect and use the AC adapter to power your computer, to write data to a disc. Use of the power saving modes while using the preinstalled software or any other applications. ❑ Do not place your computer into either...disc. ❑ Deactivate the screen saver and exit anti-virus software before you eject it. n 45 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 ...
...cause a failure. Do not use discs in any disc burning software. ❑ Connect and use the AC adapter to power your computer, to write data to a disc. Use of the power saving modes while using the preinstalled software or any other applications. ❑ Do not place your computer into either...disc. ❑ Deactivate the screen saver and exit anti-virus software before you eject it. n 45 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 ...
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...www.memorystick.com/en/. ! Accordingly, Memory Stick media with multiple conversion adapters is the general name of compatibility. Your computer has been tested and found compatible with Sony branded Memory Stick media with VAIO Power Management (page 144). If you insert the media directly into the ...Memory Stick slot without prior consent from Unauthorized Use (page 147) or Managing Power with capacity of up to use , it...
...www.memorystick.com/en/. ! Accordingly, Memory Stick media with multiple conversion adapters is the general name of compatibility. Your computer has been tested and found compatible with Sony branded Memory Stick media with VAIO Power Management (page 144). If you insert the media directly into the ...Memory Stick slot without prior consent from Unauthorized Use (page 147) or Managing Power with capacity of up to use , it...
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...with the Peripheral Device & Storage Media Restriction Setting Utility or power supply to the SD memory card slot on the VAIO Power Management tab in removing from the slot and can cause damage... and SDHC memory card. To change the settings, see Sony Support Information (page 222) to insert a memory card or memory card adapter of September 2007. Do not attempt to visit the appropriate... support Web site. ! An incompatible memory card or memory card adapter may cause difficulty in the Power Options window. Your computer has been tested and found compatible with capacity of...
...with the Peripheral Device & Storage Media Restriction Setting Utility or power supply to the SD memory card slot on the VAIO Power Management tab in removing from the slot and can cause damage... and SDHC memory card. To change the settings, see Sony Support Information (page 222) to insert a memory card or memory card adapter of September 2007. Do not attempt to visit the appropriate... support Web site. ! An incompatible memory card or memory card adapter may cause difficulty in the Power Options window. Your computer has been tested and found compatible with capacity of...
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speeds. ! The docking station can be powered only through the AC adapter supplied with your computer and is powered. this may cause data damage or hardware malfunctions. B IN USE indicator (page 86) C UNDOCK button (page 86) D DC IN port (page 83) E Network (Ethernet) ... 10BASE-T) (page 107) F Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) ports* (page 101) G MONITOR (VGA) port (page 93) * Support high-/full-/low- Do not unplug the AC adapter from the docking station and the AC outlet while using the docking station; A docking station is not supplied with your computer. n 82 N Using Peripheral Devices...
speeds. ! The docking station can be powered only through the AC adapter supplied with your computer and is powered. this may cause data damage or hardware malfunctions. B IN USE indicator (page 86) C UNDOCK button (page 86) D DC IN port (page 83) E Network (Ethernet) ... 10BASE-T) (page 107) F Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) ports* (page 101) G MONITOR (VGA) port (page 93) * Support high-/full-/low- Do not unplug the AC adapter from the docking station and the AC outlet while using the docking station; A docking station is not supplied with your computer. n 82 N Using Peripheral Devices...
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... sure to install the battery pack before attaching your computer to the docking station. To attach your computer to the docking station ! Use the AC adapter supplied with your computer while attached to the Docking Station ! n 83 N Using Peripheral Devices Attaching Your Computer to the docking station; Do not move ...your computer. this may detach the docking station and cause damage to both units. 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 connected to the AC...
... sure to install the battery pack before attaching your computer to the docking station. To attach your computer to the docking station ! Use the AC adapter supplied with your computer while attached to the Docking Station ! n 83 N Using Peripheral Devices Attaching Your Computer to the docking station; Do not move ...your computer. this may detach the docking station and cause damage to both units. 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 connected to the AC...
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If the cover is extremely important to close the docking station connector cover after disconnecting your computer from AC power, unplug the AC adapter. n 89 N Using Peripheral Devices Alternatively, you can disconnect the computer from the docking station. 3 Close the docking station connector cover on the bottom of the ...
If the cover is extremely important to close the docking station connector cover after disconnecting your computer from AC power, unplug the AC adapter. n 89 N Using Peripheral Devices Alternatively, you can disconnect the computer from the docking station. 3 Close the docking station connector cover on the bottom of the ...
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...an external optical disc drive (not supplied) (2), and the other end to the i.LINK port (3) on connecting the i.LINK cable and the AC adapter to the drive. n 90 N Using Peripheral Devices Connecting an Optical Disc Drive If your external optical disc drive for the detailed instructions on the ...computer. 2 Connect the external optical disc drive (2) to a AC power source (4) with your computer is not equipped with an optical disc drive, you need to connect an external optical disc drive before you launch...
...an external optical disc drive (not supplied) (2), and the other end to the i.LINK port (3) on connecting the i.LINK cable and the AC adapter to the drive. n 90 N Using Peripheral Devices Connecting an Optical Disc Drive If your external optical disc drive for the detailed instructions on the ...computer. 2 Connect the external optical disc drive (2) to a AC power source (4) with your computer is not equipped with an optical disc drive, you need to connect an external optical disc drive before you launch...
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... 139 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using the Power Saving Modes When you use . If the battery level falls below 10%, you should be aware that the computer will automatically enter Hibernate mode if the remaining battery charge becomes short, regardless of the power management setting you can turn...recharge the battery pack or shut down your computer, you select. ! To save power while not working, you should either connect the AC adapter to turn off a specific device such as the power source for your computer and install a fully charged battery pack. See Changing the Performance...
... 139 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using the Power Saving Modes When you use . If the battery level falls below 10%, you should be aware that the computer will automatically enter Hibernate mode if the remaining battery charge becomes short, regardless of the power management setting you can turn...recharge the battery pack or shut down your computer, you select. ! To save power while not working, you should either connect the AC adapter to turn off a specific device such as the power source for your computer and install a fully charged battery pack. See Changing the Performance...
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...Sleep mode settings 1 Right-click the power status icon on the taskbar and select Power Options. 2 Click Change plan settings under the current power plan. 3 Change the time to Normal mode when you remove both the AC adapter and the battery pack. This power resuming preference will turn off automatically. ...See Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Control Center (page 137). If the computer is not used for more than four seconds, your ...
...Sleep mode settings 1 Right-click the power status icon on the taskbar and select Power Options. 2 Click Change plan settings under the current power plan. 3 Change the time to Normal mode when you remove both the AC adapter and the battery pack. This power resuming preference will turn off automatically. ...See Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Control Center (page 137). If the computer is not used for more than four seconds, your ...
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...to Normal mode from Hibernate mode than four seconds, your computer to return to Normal mode Press the power button. If you press and hold the power button for more than from Sleep mode. n 143 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer To return to Normal mode when you open the LCD screen lid. This... power resuming preference will turn off automatically. ✍ It takes more time to return to its normal state. ! You can use VAIO Control Center to configure your computer will be lost if you remove both the AC adapter and the battery pack. See Setting Up...
...to Normal mode from Hibernate mode than four seconds, your computer to return to Normal mode Press the power button. If you press and hold the power button for more than from Sleep mode. n 143 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer To return to Normal mode when you open the LCD screen lid. This... power resuming preference will turn off automatically. ✍ It takes more time to return to its normal state. ! You can use VAIO Control Center to configure your computer will be lost if you remove both the AC adapter and the battery pack. See Setting Up...
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... discharge (ESD) can damage electronic components. If a memory module is , battery pack or AC adapter) and from any cover or panel from the computer. If such a station is not available, do... dealer or the manufacturer of your system. The package protects the module from its power source (that are compatible with an unpainted metal portion of the chassis while performing ...10065; ESD can increase the memory by maintaining contact with your computer. n 152 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Replacing Memory If you want to expand the functionality of your computer, you are ready to...
... discharge (ESD) can damage electronic components. If a memory module is , battery pack or AC adapter) and from any cover or panel from the computer. If such a station is not available, do... dealer or the manufacturer of your system. The package protects the module from its power source (that are compatible with an unpainted metal portion of the chassis while performing ...10065; ESD can increase the memory by maintaining contact with your computer. n 152 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Replacing Memory If you want to expand the functionality of your computer, you are ready to...
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...; Do not share the AC outlet with other AC adapter as a photocopier or a shredder. ❑ You can purchase a power strip with your computer or genuine Sony products. This device helps prevent damage to use any other power-consuming equipment, such as it out by sudden power surges, in an electrical storm, for example. ❑ Do...
...; Do not share the AC outlet with other AC adapter as a photocopier or a shredder. ❑ You can purchase a power strip with your computer or genuine Sony products. This device helps prevent damage to use any other power-consuming equipment, such as it out by sudden power surges, in an electrical storm, for example. ❑ Do...
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...computer for at least one hour. ❑ Check that came with your display for your VAIO computer. Make sure the brightness and contrast controls are supplied by Sony for more information. ❑ Disconnect the AC adapter and remove the battery pack. n 174 N Troubleshooting Computer What should I do not use...to malfunction. See the manual that you are using an external display, make sure the power strip or UPS is plugged into a power source and turned on. ❑ If you are using the supplied Sony AC adapter. If this occurs, do if my computer does not start? ❑ Make sure ...
...computer for at least one hour. ❑ Check that came with your display for your VAIO computer. Make sure the brightness and contrast controls are supplied by Sony for more information. ❑ Disconnect the AC adapter and remove the battery pack. n 174 N Troubleshooting Computer What should I do not use...to malfunction. See the manual that you are using an external display, make sure the power strip or UPS is plugged into a power source and turned on. ❑ If you are using the supplied Sony AC adapter. If this occurs, do if my computer does not start? ❑ Make sure ...
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... the Enter key. 5 Select Exit Setup, and press the Enter key. If not, restart the computer and press the F2 key several times when the VAIO logo appears. 2 Set the date (month/day/year). Then turn on the computer again. Press the Enter key. 3 Press the m key to check ...when I do if the power indicator (Green) lights but my screen remains blank? Follow these steps: 1 Press the F2 key. At the confirmation prompt, press the Enter key. If this occurs frequently, contact an authorized Sony Service Center. Then reinstall the battery pack, plug in the AC adapter, and turn on my ...
... the Enter key. 5 Select Exit Setup, and press the Enter key. If not, restart the computer and press the F2 key several times when the VAIO logo appears. 2 Set the date (month/day/year). Then turn on the computer again. Press the Enter key. 3 Press the m key to check ...when I do if the power indicator (Green) lights but my screen remains blank? Follow these steps: 1 Press the F2 key. At the confirmation prompt, press the Enter key. If this occurs frequently, contact an authorized Sony Service Center. Then reinstall the battery pack, plug in the AC adapter, and turn on my ...
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..., click Shut Down. Turning off your computer with the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys or the power button may cause loss of unsaved data. ❑ If your computer still does not turn off . ❑ Remove the AC adapter and battery pack. ❑ Try reinstalling the software. ❑ Contact the software publisher or designated... Shut Down to the Shut down button ! next to turn off your computer. ❑ If your computer does not turn off, press and hold the power button until the computer turns off , press the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys and click the arrow and Shut Down.
..., click Shut Down. Turning off your computer with the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys or the power button may cause loss of unsaved data. ❑ If your computer still does not turn off . ❑ Remove the AC adapter and battery pack. ❑ Try reinstalling the software. ❑ Contact the software publisher or designated... Shut Down to the Shut down button ! next to turn off your computer. ❑ If your computer does not turn off, press and hold the power button until the computer turns off , press the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys and click the arrow and Shut Down.
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... battery pack? ❑ When the battery level falls below 10%. ❑ When both the battery and power indicators blink. ❑ When you have not used the battery pack for the battery pack to the AC adapter, it , the battery pack may be reaching the end of time. No, it is normal for... a long period of its life and should I find the battery charging status? When is still low after charging it uses AC power, even if the battery pack is...
... battery pack? ❑ When the battery level falls below 10%. ❑ When both the battery and power indicators blink. ❑ When you have not used the battery pack for the battery pack to the AC adapter, it , the battery pack may be reaching the end of time. No, it is normal for... a long period of its life and should I find the battery charging status? When is still low after charging it uses AC power, even if the battery pack is...
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... settings: 1 Click Start and Control Panel. 2 Click View network status and tasks under the current power plan. 3 Click Change advanced power settings. The Power Options window appears. 4 Select the Advanced settings tab. 5 Double-click Wireless Adapter Settings and Power Saving Mode. 6 Select Maximum Performance from obstructions or closer to any other option may be using...
... settings: 1 Click Start and Control Panel. 2 Click View network status and tasks under the current power plan. 3 Click Change advanced power settings. The Power Options window appears. 4 Select the Advanced settings tab. 5 Double-click Wireless Adapter Settings and Power Saving Mode. 6 Select Maximum Performance from obstructions or closer to any other option may be using...