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... ...12 Getting Started ...14 Locating Controls and Ports...15 About the Indicator Lights ...22 Connecting a Power Source ...24 Using the Battery Pack ...25 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely ...33 Using Your VAIO Computer ...34 Using the Keyboard ...35 Using the Touch Pad ...36 Using Special-function Buttons ...37 Using the Built-in...
... ...12 Getting Started ...14 Locating Controls and Ports...15 About the Indicator Lights ...22 Connecting a Power Source ...24 Using the Battery Pack ...25 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely ...33 Using Your VAIO Computer ...34 Using the Keyboard ...35 Using the Touch Pad ...36 Using Special-function Buttons ...37 Using the Built-in...
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n4 N Precautions ...143 Handling the LCD Screen ...144 Using the Power Source ...145 Handling Your Computer ...146 Handling the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...148 Handling Floppy Disks ...149 Handling Discs ...150 Using the Battery Pack ...151 Using Headphones ...153 Handling the Memory Stick ...154 Handling the Hard Disk ...155 Updating Your Computer ...156 Troubleshooting ...157 Computer ...159 System Security ...167 Battery...168 Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...170 Internet ...172 Networking ...174 Bluetooth Technology ...177 Optical Discs ...181 Display ...186 Printing ...190 Microphone ...191
n4 N Precautions ...143 Handling the LCD Screen ...144 Using the Power Source ...145 Handling Your Computer ...146 Handling the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...148 Handling Floppy Disks ...149 Handling Discs ...150 Using the Battery Pack ...151 Using Headphones ...153 Handling the Memory Stick ...154 Handling the Hard Disk ...155 Updating Your Computer ...156 Troubleshooting ...157 Computer ...159 System Security ...167 Battery...168 Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...170 Internet ...172 Networking ...174 Bluetooth Technology ...177 Optical Discs ...181 Display ...186 Printing ...190 Microphone ...191
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... (for the first time, do not connect any other hardware that did not originally come with only the supplied accessories connected and set up your VAIO computer. ! Before starting your computer for example, a printer, an external hard disk drive, a scanner, and so on) at a time, following the manufacturers' instructions. ❑ ...Locating Controls and Ports (page 15) ❑ About the Indicator Lights (page 22) ❑ Connecting a Power Source (page 24) ❑ Using the Battery Pack (page 25) ❑ Shutting Down Your Computer Safely (page 33)
... (for the first time, do not connect any other hardware that did not originally come with only the supplied accessories connected and set up your VAIO computer. ! Before starting your computer for example, a printer, an external hard disk drive, a scanner, and so on) at a time, following the manufacturers' instructions. ❑ ...Locating Controls and Ports (page 15) ❑ About the Indicator Lights (page 22) ❑ Connecting a Power Source (page 24) ❑ Using the Battery Pack (page 25) ❑ Shutting Down Your Computer Safely (page 33)
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Illuminates while the battery pack is lit. When the indicator is unlit, the optical disc media is not in use . Press the Caps Lock key to a CF memory card. (... the indicator is off or in Hibernate mode. n 22 N Getting Started About the Indicator Lights Your computer is equipped with all programs. See Charging the Battery Pack (page 28) for more information.
Illuminates while the battery pack is lit. When the indicator is unlit, the optical disc media is not in use . Press the Caps Lock key to a CF memory card. (... the indicator is off or in Hibernate mode. n 22 N Getting Started About the Indicator Lights Your computer is equipped with all programs. See Charging the Battery Pack (page 28) for more information.
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... ✍ Use only the supplied AC adapter for your computer. n 24 N Getting Started Connecting a Power Source You can use either an AC adapter or a rechargeable battery pack for supplying power to the AC adapter (3) into Hibernate mode. Make sure that the AC outlet is easily accessible. If you do not intend...
... ✍ Use only the supplied AC adapter for your computer. n 24 N Getting Started Connecting a Power Source You can use either an AC adapter or a rechargeable battery pack for supplying power to the AC adapter (3) into Hibernate mode. Make sure that the AC outlet is easily accessible. If you do not intend...
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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 25 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 25 N Getting Started Using the Battery Pack The battery pack supplied with your computer is not fully charged at the time of delivery.
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n 26 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 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 26 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 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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✍ When your computer is designed to AC power and has a battery pack installed, it uses power from the AC outlet. ! This computer is directly connected to operate only with genuine Sony battery packs. n 27 N Getting Started
✍ When your computer is designed to AC power and has a battery pack installed, it uses power from the AC outlet. ! This computer is directly connected to operate only with genuine Sony battery packs. n 27 N Getting Started
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...To select your computer is charging. The battery pack is running out of power. (Normal mode) The battery pack is charging. n 28 N Getting Started Charging the Battery Pack The battery pack supplied with your desired maximum charge level, see Using the Battery Charge Functions (page 30). Charge indicator ... the orange power indicator Blinks fast in this manual from your first battery charge. Charge the battery pack as described in orange Meaning The battery pack is running out of delivery. When the battery pack charges close to the maximum charge level you selected with the AC...
...To select your computer is charging. The battery pack is running out of power. (Normal mode) The battery pack is charging. n 28 N Getting Started Charging the Battery Pack The battery pack supplied with your desired maximum charge level, see Using the Battery Charge Functions (page 30). Charge indicator ... the orange power indicator Blinks fast in this manual from your first battery charge. Charge the battery pack as described in orange Meaning The battery pack is running out of delivery. When the battery pack charges close to the maximum charge level you selected with the AC...
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...loss of data when using the computer. While some software applications or peripheral devices are using battery power, you should save your computer is directly connected to AC power and has a battery pack installed, it is directly connected to charge while you are in your computer while ...AC outlet. n 29 N Getting Started ✍ Keep the battery pack in use, your computer may not enter Hibernate mode even when the remaining battery life is short. The battery pack continues to AC power. Charging a partially discharged battery pack does not affect the life of data, you should ...
...loss of data when using the computer. While some software applications or peripheral devices are using battery power, you should save your computer is directly connected to AC power and has a battery pack installed, it is directly connected to charge while you are in your computer while ...AC outlet. n 29 N Getting Started ✍ Keep the battery pack in use, your computer may not enter Hibernate mode even when the remaining battery life is short. The battery pack continues to AC power. Charging a partially discharged battery pack does not affect the life of data, you should ...
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...and VAIO Control Center. 2 Click Power Management and then Battery Charge Functions. 3 Click Advanced. 4 Click to 3 in To enable the battery care function above and check detailed information. To make the life of battery longer, enable the battery care function. To check the battery ...charge capacity Follow steps 1 to select the Enable Battery Care Function check box. 5 Select the desired maximum charge level. 6 Click OK. If the battery charge capacity is low, replace the battery pack with a new genuine Sony battery...
...and VAIO Control Center. 2 Click Power Management and then Battery Charge Functions. 3 Click Advanced. 4 Click to 3 in To enable the battery care function above and check detailed information. To make the life of battery longer, enable the battery care function. To check the battery ...charge capacity Follow steps 1 to select the Enable Battery Care Function check box. 5 Select the desired maximum charge level. 6 Click OK. If the battery charge capacity is low, replace the battery pack with a new genuine Sony battery...
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To set the battery life conserving wallpaper 1 Click Start, All Programs, and VAIO Control Center. 2 Click Display and then Long Battery Life Wallpaper Setting. 3 Click Set Long Battery Life Wallpaper. Using the Battery Life Conserving Wallpaper You can conserve your battery life just by setting the specific wallpaper as your desktop background. n 31 N Getting Started At the confirmation prompt, click OK.
To set the battery life conserving wallpaper 1 Click Start, All Programs, and VAIO Control Center. 2 Click Display and then Long Battery Life Wallpaper Setting. 3 Click Set Long Battery Life Wallpaper. Using the Battery Life Conserving Wallpaper You can conserve your battery life just by setting the specific wallpaper as your desktop background. n 31 N Getting Started At the confirmation prompt, click OK.
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n 32 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) inward, put your computer is on and not connected to the AC adapter or if you remove the battery pack while your fingertip underneath the tab (3) on the battery pack, and lift the battery pack in Sleep mode. You may lose data if you remove the battery pack while the computer is in the direction of the arrow, and then slide it away from the computer.
n 32 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) inward, put your computer is on and not connected to the AC adapter or if you remove the battery pack while your fingertip underneath the tab (3) on the battery pack, and lift the battery pack in Sleep mode. You may lose data if you remove the battery pack while the computer is in the direction of the arrow, and then slide it away from the computer.
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n 63 N Using Your VAIO Computer Before you use the remote commander Before using the remote commander, you need to insert the supplied AA manganese batteries to enable communication between the computer and the remote commander. To insert batteries 1 Turn the remote commander over. 2 Slightly push down the dented area (1), slide the battery cover in the direction of the arrow, and remove the cover.
n 63 N Using Your VAIO Computer Before you use the remote commander Before using the remote commander, you need to insert the supplied AA manganese batteries to enable communication between the computer and the remote commander. To insert batteries 1 Turn the remote commander over. 2 Slightly push down the dented area (1), slide the battery cover in the direction of the arrow, and remove the cover.
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n 64 N Using Your VAIO Computer 4 Put the battery cover back on the remote commander and slide it in the reverse direction of time, remove the batteries to avoid possible damage from battery leakage. When the remote commander is not going to be used for an extended period of the arrow illustrated above until the cover clicks into the remote commander. 3 Insert the supplied two AA batteries into place. ✍ If the remote commander does not operate properly, you may need to replace the batteries.
n 64 N Using Your VAIO Computer 4 Put the battery cover back on the remote commander and slide it in the reverse direction of time, remove the batteries to avoid possible damage from battery leakage. When the remote commander is not going to be used for an extended period of the arrow illustrated above until the cover clicks into the remote commander. 3 Insert the supplied two AA batteries into place. ✍ If the remote commander does not operate properly, you may need to replace the batteries.
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...Your VAIO Computer Using the Power Saving Modes You can take advantage of the power management settings to the normal operating mode, your computer and install a fully charged battery pack. When using battery power, 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. In addition to conserve battery life. The green power indicator light is in this mode. Using Normal Mode...
...Your VAIO Computer Using the Power Saving Modes You can take advantage of the power management settings to the normal operating mode, your computer and install a fully charged battery pack. When using battery power, 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. In addition to conserve battery life. The green power indicator light is in this mode. Using Normal Mode...
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... the power button for a long period of power while your computer. ! To avoid loss of Hibernate mode. If you cannot insert a disc. n 130 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using Sleep Mode Sleep mode turns off the LCD screen and places the storage device(s) and the CPU into Sleep mode. If the... battery runs out of time while it off. Sleep mode uses more than four seconds, your computer is impossible. When your computer will lose all unsaved ...
... the power button for a long period of power while your computer. ! To avoid loss of Hibernate mode. If you cannot insert a disc. n 130 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using Sleep Mode Sleep mode turns off the LCD screen and places the storage device(s) and the CPU into Sleep mode. If the... battery runs out of time while it off. Sleep mode uses more than four seconds, your computer is impossible. When your computer will lose all unsaved ...
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n 132 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using Hibernate Mode In Hibernate mode, the state of power, no data will be activated. Hibernate mode uses less power than Sleep mode to use your computer before its power indicator light turns off . Even when the battery runs out of the system is saved on the built...
n 132 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using Hibernate Mode In Hibernate mode, the state of power, no data will be activated. Hibernate mode uses less power than Sleep mode to use your computer before its power indicator light turns off . Even when the battery runs out of the system is saved on the built...
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...that time, for running on the taskbar and select Power Options. 2 Select your requirements for VAIO computers. To select a power plan 1 Right-click the power status icon on AC or battery power to the Windows Power Options. With this icon to step 3. This icon indicates what ...kind of your computer and longer battery life. Otherwise, click Save changes. 3 Click the VAIO Power Management tab. Change the settings for more information. The VAIO Power Management is added to suit your desired power plan. Selecting a Power Plan When...
...that time, for running on the taskbar and select Power Options. 2 Select your requirements for VAIO computers. To select a power plan 1 Right-click the power status icon on AC or battery power to the Windows Power Options. With this icon to step 3. This icon indicates what ...kind of your computer and longer battery life. Otherwise, click Save changes. 3 Click the VAIO Power Management tab. Change the settings for more information. The VAIO Power Management is added to suit your desired power plan. Selecting a Power Plan When...