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... ...11 Getting Started ...13 Locating Controls and Ports...14 About the Indicator Lights ...21 Connecting a Power Source ...22 Using the Battery Pack ...23 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely ...30 Using Your VAIO Computer ...31 Using the Keyboard ...32 Using the Touch Pad ...33 Using Special-function Buttons ...34 Using the Built-in...
... ...11 Getting Started ...13 Locating Controls and Ports...14 About the Indicator Lights ...21 Connecting a Power Source ...22 Using the Battery Pack ...23 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely ...30 Using Your VAIO Computer ...31 Using the Keyboard ...32 Using the Touch Pad ...33 Using Special-function Buttons ...34 Using the Built-in...
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...Computer...151 On Using the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...153 On Handling Floppy Disks ...154 On Handling Discs ...155 On Using the Battery Pack...156 On Using Headphones...158 On Handling Memory Stick Media...159 On Handling the Hard Disk ...160 On Updating Your Computer ...161... Troubleshooting ...162 Computer ...164 System Security ...170 Battery...171 Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...173 Internet ...176 Networking ...178 Bluetooth Technology ...182 Optical Discs ...186 Display ...190 Printing ...194 Microphone ...
...Computer...151 On Using the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...153 On Handling Floppy Disks ...154 On Handling Discs ...155 On Using the Battery Pack...156 On Using Headphones...158 On Handling Memory Stick Media...159 On Handling the Hard Disk ...160 On Updating Your Computer ...161... Troubleshooting ...162 Computer ...164 System Security ...170 Battery...171 Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...173 Internet ...176 Networking ...178 Bluetooth Technology ...182 Optical Discs ...186 Display ...190 Printing ...194 Microphone ...
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n 13 N Getting Started Getting Started This section describes how to start 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. ...10065; Locating Controls and Ports (page 14) ❑ About the Indicator Lights (page 21) ❑ Connecting a Power Source (page 22) ❑ Using the Battery Pack (page 23) ❑ Shutting Down Your Computer Safely (page 30) Upon completion, connect one device (for the first time, do not connect any other...
n 13 N Getting Started Getting Started This section describes how to start 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. ...10065; Locating Controls and Ports (page 14) ❑ About the Indicator Lights (page 21) ❑ Connecting a Power Source (page 22) ❑ Using the Battery Pack (page 23) ❑ Shutting Down Your Computer Safely (page 30) Upon completion, connect one device (for the first time, do not connect any other...
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Back A Battery connector (page 23) n 17 N Getting Started
Back A Battery connector (page 23) n 17 N Getting Started
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... Caps lock Scroll lock WIRELESS * On selected models only. The Scr Lk key functions differently depending on the program you are enabled in the VAIO Smart Network window. Indicator Power 1 Charge Media Access Built-in use . Illuminates while data is being read from or written to change how ...keypad. Normal scrolling resumes when the Scroll lock indicator is off . Press the Scr Lk key to the optical disc media. See Charging the Battery Pack (page 26) for more wireless options are using and does not work with the following indicator lights. Letters appear in lowercase if you ...
... Caps lock Scroll lock WIRELESS * On selected models only. The Scr Lk key functions differently depending on the program you are enabled in the VAIO Smart Network window. Indicator Power 1 Charge Media Access Built-in use . Illuminates while data is being read from or written to change how ...keypad. Normal scrolling resumes when the Scroll lock indicator is off . Press the Scr Lk key to the optical disc media. See Charging the Battery Pack (page 26) for more wireless options are using and does not work with the following indicator lights. Letters appear in lowercase if you ...
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... sure to use the AC adapter supplied with your computer. n 22 N Getting Started Connecting a Power Source You can use either an AC adapter or a rechargeable battery pack as a power source for a long period of time, place the computer into the DC IN port (4) on the computer or on the optional docking...
... sure to use the AC adapter supplied with your computer. n 22 N Getting Started Connecting a Power Source You can use either an AC adapter or a rechargeable battery pack as a power source for a long period of time, place the computer into the DC IN port (4) on the computer or on the optional docking...
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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 23 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 23 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 24 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 24 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 25 N Getting Started This computer is directly connected to operate only with genuine Sony batteries. ✍ When your computer is designed to AC power and has a battery pack installed, it uses power from the AC outlet. !
n 25 N Getting Started This computer is directly connected to operate only with genuine Sony batteries. ✍ 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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... supplied with your computer is not fully charged at the time of the following states: - To charge the battery pack 1 Install the battery pack. 2 Connect the AC adapter to the maximum charge level you selected with the orange power indicator light Blinks fast in this ...manual from your desired maximum charge level, see Using the Battery Care Function (page 28). To select your first battery charge. Removed. Fully charged. - Charge indicator light status Lit in orange Unlit Blinks along with the green power ...
... supplied with your computer is not fully charged at the time of the following states: - To charge the battery pack 1 Install the battery pack. 2 Connect the AC adapter to the maximum charge level you selected with the orange power indicator light Blinks fast in this ...manual from your desired maximum charge level, see Using the Battery Care Function (page 28). To select your first battery charge. Removed. Fully charged. - Charge indicator light status Lit in orange Unlit Blinks along with the green power ...
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... data, you should save your data frequently and manually activate a power management mode, such as Sleep or Hibernate. If the battery pack wears out when the computer enters Sleep mode, you should either connect the AC adapter to AC power. Charging a partially discharged... battery pack does not affect the battery life. The battery pack continues to AC power and has a battery pack installed, it is impossible. For some software applications and some peripheral devices, your data frequently...
... data, you should save your data frequently and manually activate a power management mode, such as Sleep or Hibernate. If the battery pack wears out when the computer enters Sleep mode, you should either connect the AC adapter to AC power. Charging a partially discharged... battery pack does not affect the battery life. The battery pack continues to AC power and has a battery pack installed, it is impossible. For some software applications and some peripheral devices, your data frequently...
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... 1 Click Start, All Programs, and VAIO Control Center. 2 Click Power Management and Battery Care Function. 3 Click to reduce battery degradation and check the battery wear level with a new genuine Sony battery pack. If the battery wear level is high, replace the battery pack with the battery care function. n 28 N Getting Started Using the Battery Care Function You can select your...
... 1 Click Start, All Programs, and VAIO Control Center. 2 Click Power Management and Battery Care Function. 3 Click to reduce battery degradation and check the battery wear level with a new genuine Sony battery pack. If the battery wear level is high, replace the battery pack with the battery care function. n 28 N Getting Started Using the Battery Care Function You can select your...
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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, hook your computer is on and not connected to the AC adapter or if you remove the battery pack while your fingertip under the tab (3) on the battery pack, and turn the battery pack in Sleep mode. n 29 N Getting Started Removing the Battery Pack ! 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.
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, hook your computer is on and not connected to the AC adapter or if you remove the battery pack while your fingertip under the tab (3) on the battery pack, and turn the battery pack in Sleep mode. n 29 N Getting Started Removing the Battery Pack ! 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 43 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 exit and close the session before writing data to a disc. ❑ Do not ... same disc. To complete this may cause a failure. Other software programs may not be fully compatible and errors may result. ❑ To make sure your battery pack is preinstalled on the optical disc drive, you burned with your computer into either of different disc burning software for additional data burning may...
n 43 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 exit and close the session before writing data to a disc. ❑ Do not ... same disc. To complete this may cause a failure. Other software programs may not be fully compatible and errors may result. ❑ To make sure your battery pack is preinstalled on the optical disc drive, you burned with your computer into either of different disc burning software for additional data burning may...
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... an AC outlet. 3 Plug the cable connected to the docking station ! Do not move your computer to the docking station; Be sure to install the battery pack before attaching your computer while attached to the docking station. To attach your computer to the AC adapter (2) into the DC IN port (3) on...
... an AC outlet. 3 Plug the cable connected to the docking station ! Do not move your computer to the docking station; Be sure to install the battery pack before attaching your computer while attached to the docking station. To attach your computer to the AC adapter (2) into the DC IN port (3) on...
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... USE indicator is running out of power, disconnecting your computer from the docking station. Do not disconnect your computer from the Docking Station ! When the battery pack is lit. Once you have completed the steps in To disconnect your computer from the docking station (page 82), be sure to close video...
... USE indicator is running out of power, disconnecting your computer from the docking station. Do not disconnect your computer from the Docking Station ! When the battery pack is lit. Once you have completed the steps in To disconnect your computer from the docking station (page 82), be sure to close video...
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n 130 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using the Power Saving Modes You can turn off a specific device such as the LCD screen or the hard disk drive. In addition to turn off specific devices, your computer and install a fully charged battery pack. To save power while not working, you can take advantage ... or shut down your computer has two distinct power saving modes: Sleep and Hibernate. If the battery level falls below 10%, you should either connect the AC adapter to conserve battery life. Using Normal Mode This is the normal state of the computer when it is on in use. The ...
n 130 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using the Power Saving Modes You can turn off a specific device such as the LCD screen or the hard disk drive. In addition to turn off specific devices, your computer and install a fully charged battery pack. To save power while not working, you can take advantage ... or shut down your computer has two distinct power saving modes: Sleep and Hibernate. If the battery level falls below 10%, you should either connect the AC adapter to conserve battery life. Using Normal Mode This is the normal state of the computer when it is on in use. The ...
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.... If you do not intend to the Lock button, and Sleep. ✍ When your computer is in Sleep mode, you cannot insert a disc. If the battery runs down while your computer is in this mode. ! To avoid loss of data, you will lose all unsaved data. n 131 N Customizing Your... VAIO Computer Using Sleep Mode Sleep mode turns off . The orange power indicator light blinks slowly in Sleep mode, you should save your computer for a long ...
.... If you do not intend to the Lock button, and Sleep. ✍ When your computer is in Sleep mode, you cannot insert a disc. If the battery runs down while your computer is in this mode. ! To avoid loss of data, you will lose all unsaved data. n 131 N Customizing Your... VAIO Computer Using Sleep Mode Sleep mode turns off . The orange power indicator light blinks slowly in Sleep mode, you should save your computer for a long ...
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... more time than Sleep mode. ! The power indicator light is in this mode. ✍ If you do not intend to be lost. n 133 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using Hibernate Mode In Hibernate mode, the state of the system is saved on the hard disk drive and power is turned off . To... activate Hibernate mode Press the Fn+F12 keys. Even when the battery runs down and resuming. The computer enters Hibernate mode. Hibernate mode uses less power than Sleep mode to use your computer before its power indicator...
... more time than Sleep mode. ! The power indicator light is in this mode. ✍ If you do not intend to be lost. n 133 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using Hibernate Mode In Hibernate mode, the state of the system is saved on the hard disk drive and power is turned off . To... activate Hibernate mode Press the Fn+F12 keys. Even when the battery runs down and resuming. The computer enters Hibernate mode. Hibernate mode uses less power than Sleep mode to use your computer before its power indicator...
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... better operation of power source you are using at that shows your computer and longer battery life. The VAIO Power Management functionality is a software application developed exclusively for more information. VAIO Power Management is added to step 3. To select a power plan 1 Right-click ... plan. Otherwise, click Save changes. 3 Click the VAIO Power Management tab. n 135 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Managing Power with VAIO Power Management Power management helps you set up power schemes for running on AC or battery power to suit your requirements for each item. 4 Click...
... better operation of power source you are using at that shows your computer and longer battery life. The VAIO Power Management functionality is a software application developed exclusively for more information. VAIO Power Management is added to step 3. To select a power plan 1 Right-click ... plan. Otherwise, click Save changes. 3 Click the VAIO Power Management tab. n 135 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Managing Power with VAIO Power Management Power management helps you set up power schemes for running on AC or battery power to suit your requirements for each item. 4 Click...