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n4 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer...151 Replacing Memory ...152 Precautions ...158 On Handling the LCD Screen ...159 On Using the Power Source ...160 On Handling Your Computer...161 On Using the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...163 On Handling Floppy ...
n4 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer...151 Replacing Memory ...152 Precautions ...158 On Handling the LCD Screen ...159 On Using the Power Source ...160 On Handling Your Computer...161 On Using the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...163 On Handling Floppy ...
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.... Press any key to bring the computer back into Normal mode. ENERGY STAR n7 N Before Use As an ENERGY STAR Partner, Sony has determined that promotes energy saving through the use of computers and their office equipment. For detailed information on the ENERGY STAR Program,... visit the following power saving settings: ❑ The LCD backlight is turned off automatically after inactivity of about 15 minutes. ❑ The computer enters Sleep mode automatically after inactivity of about 30...
.... Press any key to bring the computer back into Normal mode. ENERGY STAR n7 N Before Use As an ENERGY STAR Partner, Sony has determined that promotes energy saving through the use of computers and their office equipment. For detailed information on the ENERGY STAR Program,... visit the following power saving settings: ❑ The LCD backlight is turned off automatically after inactivity of about 15 minutes. ❑ The computer enters Sleep mode automatically after inactivity of about 30...
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...) B Caps lock indicator (page 22) C Scroll lock indicator (page 22) D Built-in MOTION EYE camera indicator* (page 22) E Built-in MOTION EYE camera* (page 39) F LCD screen (page 159) G Built-in speakers (stereo) H Keyboard (page 34) I Touch pad (page 36) J Fingerprint sensor (page 122) * On selected models only. The appearance of...
...) B Caps lock indicator (page 22) C Scroll lock indicator (page 22) D Built-in MOTION EYE camera indicator* (page 22) E Built-in MOTION EYE camera* (page 39) F LCD screen (page 159) G Built-in speakers (stereo) H Keyboard (page 34) I Touch pad (page 36) J Fingerprint sensor (page 122) * On selected models only. The appearance of...
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Using the Battery Pack The battery pack supplied with your computer is not fully charged at the time of the battery compartment. n 25 N Getting Started 3 Slide the battery pack diagonally along the guide (2) on either side 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.
Using the Battery Pack The battery pack supplied with your computer is not fully charged at the time of the battery compartment. n 25 N Getting Started 3 Slide the battery pack diagonally along the guide (2) on either side 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 30 N Getting Started Removing the Battery Pack ! You may lose data if you remove the battery pack while your computer is in Sleep mode. To remove the battery pack 1 Turn off the computer and close the LCD screen lid. 2 Slide the battery LOCK switch (1) inward and slide and hold the battery RELEASE latch (2) on and not connected to the AC adapter or if you remove the battery pack while the computer is on the bottom of the computer.
n 30 N Getting Started Removing the Battery Pack ! You may lose data if you remove the battery pack while your computer is in Sleep mode. To remove the battery pack 1 Turn off the computer and close the LCD screen lid. 2 Slide the battery LOCK switch (1) inward and slide and hold the battery RELEASE latch (2) on and not connected to the AC adapter or if you remove the battery pack while the computer is on the bottom of the computer.
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... m or Combinations and Functions with the Fn Key ✍ Some keyboard functions can be used only after the operating system finished launching. n 34 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Keyboard Your keyboard is very similar to a desktop computer keyboard, but has additional keys that perform model-specific tasks. Turns on and...
... m or Combinations and Functions with the Fn Key ✍ Some keyboard functions can be used only after the operating system finished launching. n 34 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Keyboard Your keyboard is very similar to a desktop computer keyboard, but has additional keys that perform model-specific tasks. Turns on and...
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n 85 N Using Peripheral Devices 6 Gently push down the computer until it clicks into place. 7 Lift open the LCD screen lid and turn on the computer.
n 85 N Using Peripheral Devices 6 Gently push down the computer until it clicks into place. 7 Lift open the LCD screen lid and turn on the computer.
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To change the LCD resolution of your computer or via the optional docking station. Connect the power cord of the display's power cord (1) into the monitor (VGA) port (3) a on ...
To change the LCD resolution of your computer or via the optional docking station. Connect the power cord of the display's power cord (1) into the monitor (VGA) port (3) a on ...
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... cable into the jack and port on the projector (6). To connect a projector ! n 96 N Using Peripheral Devices Connecting a Projector You can connect a projector (for example, the Sony LCD projector) either directly to the docking station. 1 Connect the power cord (1) of your computer or via the optional docking station.
... cable into the jack and port on the projector (6). To connect a projector ! n 96 N Using Peripheral Devices Connecting a Projector You can connect a projector (for example, the Sony LCD projector) either directly to the docking station. 1 Connect the power cord (1) of your computer or via the optional docking station.
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... the normal state of the computer when it is on in use a battery pack as the LCD screen or the hard disk drive. ✍ You can change the memory configuration during Normal mode. n 139 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using the Power Saving Modes When you use . In addition to the normal operating...
... the normal state of the computer when it is on in use a battery pack as the LCD screen or the hard disk drive. ✍ You can change the memory configuration during Normal mode. n 139 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using the Power Saving Modes When you use . In addition to the normal operating...
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... 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. Going back to the Lock button, and Sleep. ✍ ...When your computer is impossible. Your computer comes out of Hibernate mode. n 140 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using Sleep Mode Sleep mode turns off . To activate Sleep mode Click Start, the arrow next to the previous work state is in Sleep...
... 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. Going back to the Lock button, and Sleep. ✍ ...When your computer is impossible. Your computer comes out of Hibernate mode. n 140 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using Sleep Mode Sleep mode turns off . To activate Sleep mode Click Start, the arrow next to the previous work state is in Sleep...
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... preference will turn off automatically. To modify this, you can use VAIO Control Center to Normal mode when you remove both the AC adapter and the battery pack. n 141 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer To return to place the computer into Sleep mode and click... Save Changes. See Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Control Center (page 137). You will enter Sleep mode. If you press and hold the power button for ... seconds, your computer to return to configure your computer will be lost if you open the LCD screen lid.
... preference will turn off automatically. To modify this, you can use VAIO Control Center to Normal mode when you remove both the AC adapter and the battery pack. n 141 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer To return to place the computer into Sleep mode and click... Save Changes. See Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Control Center (page 137). You will enter Sleep mode. If you press and hold the power button for ... seconds, your computer to return to configure your computer will be lost if you open the LCD screen lid.
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... four seconds, your computer to return to Normal mode Press the power button. The computer returns to Normal mode from Sleep mode. 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 Your Computer...
... four seconds, your computer to return to Normal mode Press the power button. The computer returns to Normal mode from Sleep mode. 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 Your Computer...
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n 158 N Precautions Precautions This section describes safety guidelines and precautions to help you protect your VAIO computer from potential damage. ❑ On Handling the LCD Screen (page 159) ❑ On Using the Power Source (page 160) ❑ On Handling Your Computer (page 161) ❑ On Using the Built-in MOTION ...
n 158 N Precautions Precautions This section describes safety guidelines and precautions to help you protect your VAIO computer from potential damage. ❑ On Handling the LCD Screen (page 159) ❑ On Using the Power Source (page 160) ❑ On Handling Your Computer (page 161) ❑ On Using the Built-in MOTION ...
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... soft, dry cloth to normal. ❑ A residual image may cause scratches on the LCD screen if the same image is a normal result of the LCD screen or exert pressure on the LCD screen. Sony assumes no liabilities for any defects arising out of making the change options available for a long... period of the LCD screen. ❑ Do not change the LCD screen orientation setting in the Tablet ...
... soft, dry cloth to normal. ❑ A residual image may cause scratches on the LCD screen if the same image is a normal result of the LCD screen or exert pressure on the LCD screen. Sony assumes no liabilities for any defects arising out of making the change options available for a long... period of the LCD screen. ❑ Do not change the LCD screen orientation setting in the Tablet ...
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...with one hand and gently lift the LCD screen lid with both hands. ❑ Use a carrying case specially designed to a warm one hour before cleaning your computer. ❑ To avoid losing data if your computer. To find the nearest center or agent, see Sony Support Information (page 222). ❑...; Make sure you disconnect the power cord before turning on the LCD screen or its edges when opening the LCD screen lid or lifting your computer is brought directly from a cold ...
...with one hand and gently lift the LCD screen lid with both hands. ❑ Use a carrying case specially designed to a warm one hour before cleaning your computer. ❑ To avoid losing data if your computer. To find the nearest center or agent, see Sony Support Information (page 222). ❑...; Make sure you disconnect the power cord before turning on the LCD screen or its edges when opening the LCD screen lid or lifting your computer is brought directly from a cold ...
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... interruptions? ❑ The effect settings on your software application for displaying images from the built-in MOTION EYE camera. ❑ The video memory of the LCD screen might help file on your computer may have become insufficient for more than your computer may have been activated. Check the CPU performance. This...
... interruptions? ❑ The effect settings on your software application for displaying images from the built-in MOTION EYE camera. ❑ The video memory of the LCD screen might help file on your computer may have become insufficient for more than your computer may have been activated. Check the CPU performance. This...
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... information. ❑ If the display mode is set to bring the computer back into a power source and turned on . ❑ If your computer is in LCD (Video) Sleep mode, press any key to the external display, press the Fn+F7 keys. If the computer is securely plugged into Normal mode. See...
... information. ❑ If the display mode is set to bring the computer back into a power source and turned on . ❑ If your computer is in LCD (Video) Sleep mode, press any key to the external display, press the Fn+F7 keys. If the computer is securely plugged into Normal mode. See...
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...: 1 Right-click the desktop and select Personalize. 2 Click Display Settings. What should I do if my screen is disconnected, you can confirm the value of the LCD screen. Alternatively, you cannot display a video on your computer. In this case, lower the resolution of the total available graphics memory and video memory. Press...
...: 1 Right-click the desktop and select Personalize. 2 Click Display Settings. What should I do if my screen is disconnected, you can confirm the value of the LCD screen. Alternatively, you cannot display a video on your computer. In this case, lower the resolution of the total available graphics memory and video memory. Press...
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... tab. 5 Double-click Display. 6 Adjust the LCD brightness setting in the item for changing the options to detect the external display. Then, try the Fn+F7 keys to Normal mode from Sleep or Hibernate mode. To change the settings, launch the VAIO Control Center, select the control item for the... icon on the taskbar and select Power Options. 2 Click Change plan settings under the current power plan. 3 Click Change advanced power settings. The LCD brightness setting, adjusted with the Fn+F5/F6 keys, is temporary and may be restored to the original setting when your preference for the external...
... tab. 5 Double-click Display. 6 Adjust the LCD brightness setting in the item for changing the options to detect the external display. Then, try the Fn+F7 keys to Normal mode from Sleep or Hibernate mode. To change the settings, launch the VAIO Control Center, select the control item for the... icon on the taskbar and select Power Options. 2 Click Change plan settings under the current power plan. 3 Click Change advanced power settings. The LCD brightness setting, adjusted with the Fn+F5/F6 keys, is temporary and may be restored to the original setting when your preference for the external...