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... 12 About the Indicator Lights 18 Connecting a Power Source 19 Using the Battery Pack 21 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely 27 Using the Power Saving Modes 28 Updating Your Computer 30 Using Your VAIO Computer 31 Using the Keyboard 32 Using the Touch Pad 34 Using Special-...Connecting a USB Device 105 Connecting an i.LINK Device 107 Customizing Your VAIO Computer 109 Selecting Performance Modes 110 Setting the Password 112 Using Intel® VT 124 Using the VAIO Control Center 125 Using the VAIO Power Management 127 Configuring Your Modem 128 Protecting the Hard Disk 129 ...
... 12 About the Indicator Lights 18 Connecting a Power Source 19 Using the Battery Pack 21 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely 27 Using the Power Saving Modes 28 Updating Your Computer 30 Using Your VAIO Computer 31 Using the Keyboard 32 Using the Touch Pad 34 Using Special-...Connecting a USB Device 105 Connecting an i.LINK Device 107 Customizing Your VAIO Computer 109 Selecting Performance Modes 110 Setting the Password 112 Using Intel® VT 124 Using the VAIO Control Center 125 Using the VAIO Power Management 127 Configuring Your Modem 128 Protecting the Hard Disk 129 ...
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...143 Handling the LCD Screen 145 Using the Power Source 146 Handling the Built-in Camera 147 Handling Discs 148 Using the Battery Pack 149 Handling "Memory Stick 150 Handling the Built-in Storage Device 151 Using Fingerprint Authentication 152 Using the TPM 153 ...Troubleshooting 154 Computer 156 System Security 165 Battery 166 Built-in Camera 168 Internet 170 Networking 172 Bluetooth Technology 175 Optical Discs 179 Display 183 Printing 187 Microphone 188 Speakers ...
...143 Handling the LCD Screen 145 Using the Power Source 146 Handling the Built-in Camera 147 Handling Discs 148 Using the Battery Pack 149 Handling "Memory Stick 150 Handling the Built-in Storage Device 151 Using Fingerprint Authentication 152 Using the TPM 153 ...Troubleshooting 154 Computer 156 System Security 165 Battery 166 Built-in Camera 168 Internet 170 Networking 172 Bluetooth Technology 175 Optical Discs 179 Display 183 Printing 187 Microphone 188 Speakers ...
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... setup of the display on the computer. 2 Your computer's serial number You can find the contact numbers on your Sony VAIO computer. Visit the web site at our site, you may call Sony directly. Customer Information Center If you might need. The serial number is the last 7 digits of the problem 5.... model You can find the information you are looking for your new VAIO PC, system optimization, data rescue, and any repair service you do not find it on the bottom, the back panel, or inside the battery compartment of your computer 4 The hardware component or the software program that is...
... setup of the display on the computer. 2 Your computer's serial number You can find the contact numbers on your Sony VAIO computer. Visit the web site at our site, you may call Sony directly. Customer Information Center If you might need. The serial number is the last 7 digits of the problem 5.... model You can find the information you are looking for your new VAIO PC, system optimization, data rescue, and any repair service you do not find it on the bottom, the back panel, or inside the battery compartment of your computer 4 The hardware component or the software program that is...
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.... ❑ Locating Controls and Ports (page 12) ❑ About the Indicator Lights (page 18) ❑ Connecting a Power Source (page 19) ❑ Using the Battery Pack (page 21) ❑ Shutting Down Your Computer Safely (page 27) ❑ Using the Power Saving Modes (page 28) ❑ Updating Your Computer (page 30...) Upon completion, connect one device (for the first time, do not connect any other hardware that did not originally come with your VAIO computer. ! Getting Started > n 11 N Getting Started This section describes how to get started using your computer.
.... ❑ Locating Controls and Ports (page 12) ❑ About the Indicator Lights (page 18) ❑ Connecting a Power Source (page 19) ❑ Using the Battery Pack (page 21) ❑ Shutting Down Your Computer Safely (page 27) ❑ Using the Power Saving Modes (page 28) ❑ Updating Your Computer (page 30...) Upon completion, connect one device (for the first time, do not connect any other hardware that did not originally come with your VAIO computer. ! Getting Started > n 11 N Getting Started This section describes how to get started using your computer.
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Getting Started > Locating Controls and Ports Back A SIM card slot* B Battery connector (page 21) * On selected models only. n 14 N
Getting Started > Locating Controls and Ports Back A SIM card slot* B Battery connector (page 21) * On selected models only. n 14 N
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...Lights n 18 N About the Indicator Lights Your computer is equipped with all programs. Illuminates while one or more information. Illuminates while the battery pack is turned off or enters Hibernate mode. Illuminates while the built-in camera is in Sleep mode, and goes out when the ...key to provide faster performance. Letters appear in use. Normal typing resumes when the Caps lock indicator light is charging. See Charging the Battery Pack (page 24) for more wireless options are using and does not work with the following indicator lights: Indicator Power 1 Charge Media...
...Lights n 18 N About the Indicator Lights Your computer is equipped with all programs. Illuminates while one or more information. Illuminates while the battery pack is turned off or enters Hibernate mode. Illuminates while the built-in camera is in Sleep mode, and goes out when the ...key to provide faster performance. Letters appear in use. Normal typing resumes when the Caps lock indicator light is charging. See Charging the Battery Pack (page 24) for more wireless options are using and does not work with the following indicator lights: Indicator Power 1 Charge Media...
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To use either an AC adapter or a rechargeable battery pack for your computer. Getting Started > Connecting a Power Source n 19 N Connecting a Power Source You can use the AC adapter 1 Plug one end of the power ... an AC outlet (2). 3 Plug the cable from the AC outlet. ✍ Use only the supplied AC adapter for supplying power to AC power and has a battery pack installed, it uses power from the AC adapter (3) into the AC adapter (3). 2 Plug the other end of the DC In plug varies depending on...
To use either an AC adapter or a rechargeable battery pack for your computer. Getting Started > Connecting a Power Source n 19 N Connecting a Power Source You can use the AC adapter 1 Plug one end of the power ... an AC outlet (2). 3 Plug the cable from the AC outlet. ✍ Use only the supplied AC adapter for supplying power to AC power and has a battery pack installed, it uses power from the AC adapter (3) into the AC adapter (3). 2 Plug the other end of the DC In plug varies depending on...
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n 21 N Installing/Removing 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. Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack Using the Battery Pack The battery pack supplied with your computer is not fully charged at the time of delivery.
n 21 N Installing/Removing 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. Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack Using the Battery Pack The battery pack supplied with your computer is not fully charged at the time of delivery.
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Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack n 22 N 3 Slide the battery pack diagonally into the battery compartment until the projection (2) on either side of the battery compartment fits into the U-shaped cut (3) on either side of the battery pack. 4 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.
Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack n 22 N 3 Slide the battery pack diagonally into the battery compartment until the projection (2) on either side of the battery compartment fits into the U-shaped cut (3) on either side of the battery pack. 4 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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... if you remove the battery pack while the computer is designed to operate only with genuine Sony battery packs. This computer is in Sleep mode. 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 lift the battery pack in ...
... if you remove the battery pack while the computer is designed to operate only with genuine Sony battery packs. This computer is in Sleep mode. 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 lift the battery pack in ...
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... is charging. Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack n 24 N Charging the Battery Pack The battery pack supplied with your first battery charge. The charge indicator light is on while the battery pack is running out of power. (Normal mode) The battery pack is charging. To charge the battery pack 1 Install the battery pack. 2 Connect the computer to a failed...
... is charging. Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack n 24 N Charging the Battery Pack The battery pack supplied with your first battery charge. The charge indicator light is on while the battery pack is running out of power. (Normal mode) The battery pack is charging. To charge the battery pack 1 Install the battery pack. 2 Connect the computer to a failed...
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...computer is supplied with the VAIO Control Center. Charging a partially discharged battery pack does not affect the life of the Battery Charge Functions with a lithium ion battery pack and can extend the life of your battery pack if you enable the battery care function of battery. Going back to the...computer may not enter Hibernate mode even when the remaining battery life becomes short. You can be recharged any time. When the battery pack is impossible. Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack n 25 N ✍ Keep the battery pack in your computer while it is in use, your...
...computer is supplied with the VAIO Control Center. Charging a partially discharged battery pack does not affect the life of the Battery Charge Functions with a lithium ion battery pack and can extend the life of your battery pack if you enable the battery care function of battery. Going back to the...computer may not enter Hibernate mode even when the remaining battery life becomes short. You can be recharged any time. When the battery pack is impossible. Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack n 25 N ✍ Keep the battery pack in your computer while it is in use, your...
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... Management (page 127) for more information. ❑ Set the wallpaper in Long Battery Life Wallpaper Setting as your desktop background with the VAIO Control Center. Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack n 26 N Extending Your Battery Life When your computer is running on the Power Options. See Using the Power Saving Modes (page 28) for...
... Management (page 127) for more information. ❑ Set the wallpaper in Long Battery Life Wallpaper Setting as your desktop background with the VAIO Control Center. Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack n 26 N Extending Your Battery Life When your computer is running on the Power Options. See Using the Power Saving Modes (page 28) for...
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... save your computer is in storage device(s) and power is disconnected from AC power, place the computer into a low power consumption mode. Even when the battery pack runs out of power, no data will lose all unsaved data. If you do not intend to conserve... battery life. If the battery pack runs out of power while your computer is in use your computer is in Hibernate mode, the state of the system is saved on ...
... save your computer is in storage device(s) and power is disconnected from AC power, place the computer into a low power consumption mode. Even when the battery pack runs out of power, no data will lose all unsaved data. If you do not intend to conserve... battery life. If the battery pack runs out of power while your computer is in use your computer is in Hibernate mode, the state of the system is saved on ...
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... Your Computer to the AC adapter (2) into the DC IN port (3) on the docking station (4). 4 Unfold the docking station cover. Be sure to install the battery pack before attaching your computer when it is attached to the docking station. Do not move your computer to the docking station ! Use the AC...
... Your Computer to the AC adapter (2) into the DC IN port (3) on the docking station (4). 4 Unfold the docking station cover. Be sure to install the battery pack before attaching your computer when it is attached to the docking station. Do not move your computer to the docking station ! Use the AC...
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... computer while on the docking station may result in To disconnect your computer from the docking station may result in use before disconnection. When the battery pack is lit. Using Peripheral Devices > Connecting a Docking Station n 90 N Disconnecting Your Computer from the docking station during video playback.
... computer while on the docking station may result in To disconnect your computer from the docking station may result in use before disconnection. When the battery pack is lit. Using Peripheral Devices > Connecting a Docking Station n 90 N Disconnecting Your Computer from the docking station during video playback.
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... detected does not appear when you may temporarily show some noise or flicker. During the switching process, your computer to conserve battery power. ❑ SPEED mode Uses the NVIDIA video controller to provide faster performance. If not, you connect the external display...Intel Graphics Media Accelerator and disables some hardware devices on your computer screen becomes dark and may lose any unsaved data. Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Selecting Performance Modes n 110 N Selecting Performance Modes Your computer is equipped with the performance selector switch (1) to select...
... detected does not appear when you may temporarily show some noise or flicker. During the switching process, your computer to conserve battery power. ❑ SPEED mode Uses the NVIDIA video controller to provide faster performance. If not, you connect the external display...Intel Graphics Media Accelerator and disables some hardware devices on your computer screen becomes dark and may lose any unsaved data. Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Selecting Performance Modes n 110 N Selecting Performance Modes Your computer is equipped with the performance selector switch (1) to select...
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... You can enhance the Windows power management functions to ensure better operation of your computer and longer battery life. Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Using the VAIO Power Management n 127 N Using the VAIO Power Management Power management helps you set up power plans for running on the taskbar and select...desired power plan. To select a power plan 1 Right-click the power status icon on AC or battery power to display the window that shows your desired power plan in the VAIO Control Center. This icon indicates what kind of your power status. Otherwise, click Save changes. 3...
... You can enhance the Windows power management functions to ensure better operation of your computer and longer battery life. Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Using the VAIO Power Management n 127 N Using the VAIO Power Management Power management helps you set up power plans for running on the taskbar and select...desired power plan. To select a power plan 1 Right-click the power status icon on AC or battery power to display the window that shows your desired power plan in the VAIO Control Center. This icon indicates what kind of your power status. Otherwise, click Save changes. 3...
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...static electricity (cellophane wrappers, for using and modifying electronic equipment. ❑ Turn off your computer and disconnect it from its power sources (battery pack and AC adapter) and from any cover or panel from the computer. Failure to place your computer on a flat surface before ... with an unpainted metal portion of the chassis while performing the procedure. Install the memory module only at an ESD workstation. Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > Adding and Removing Memory n 131 N Adding and Removing Memory If you want to expand the functionality of your computer, you...
...static electricity (cellophane wrappers, for using and modifying electronic equipment. ❑ Turn off your computer and disconnect it from its power sources (battery pack and AC adapter) and from any cover or panel from the computer. Failure to place your computer on a flat surface before ... with an unpainted metal portion of the chassis while performing the procedure. Install the memory module only at an ESD workstation. Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > Adding and Removing Memory n 131 N Adding and Removing Memory If you want to expand the functionality of your computer, you...
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Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > Adding and Removing Memory n 133 N Removing and Installing a Memory Module To change or add a memory module 1 Shut down the computer and disconnect all peripheral devices. 2 Unplug the computer and remove the battery pack. 3 Wait about an hour until the computer cools down. 4 Unscrew the screw (indicated by the arrow below) on the bottom of the computer and remove the memory module compartment cover. 5 Touch a metal object to discharge static electricity.
Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > Adding and Removing Memory n 133 N Removing and Installing a Memory Module To change or add a memory module 1 Shut down the computer and disconnect all peripheral devices. 2 Unplug the computer and remove the battery pack. 3 Wait about an hour until the computer cools down. 4 Unscrew the screw (indicated by the arrow below) on the bottom of the computer and remove the memory module compartment cover. 5 Touch a metal object to discharge static electricity.