Care and Handling of Your VAIO® Computer
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...of the bottom of 5 Do not block your computer's air vents, located on a clean dry, stable surface. Care and Handling of Your VAIO® Computer Proper Handling Use your computer is important to a warm one hour before turning on porous surfaces. Use only specified peripheral equipment and ...interface cables or you experience problems: § Unplug the computer § Remove the battery pack § Contact eSupport at least one , moisture may experience problems. When your computer on the bottom of your lap.
...of the bottom of 5 Do not block your computer's air vents, located on a clean dry, stable surface. Care and Handling of Your VAIO® Computer Proper Handling Use your computer is important to a warm one hour before turning on porous surfaces. Use only specified peripheral equipment and ...interface cables or you experience problems: § Unplug the computer § Remove the battery pack § Contact eSupport at least one , moisture may experience problems. When your computer on the bottom of your lap.
Care and Handling of Your VAIO® Computer
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Use only a mild detergent solution. Disconnect the AC adapter and remove the battery pack before operating it § Remove the battery pack. § Have the computer checked by a Sony-qualified technician before cleaning your computer. IMPORTANT Do not use damaged or cut connection cables or cords. If you drop a ...: § Shut down the computer § Unplug it again IMPORTANT Do not use any objects on top of the computer. Cleaning your VAIO PC Clean the cabinet with a dry or lightly moistened soft microfiber cloth. Do not drop your computer or place any type of abrasive pad...
Use only a mild detergent solution. Disconnect the AC adapter and remove the battery pack before operating it § Remove the battery pack. § Have the computer checked by a Sony-qualified technician before cleaning your computer. IMPORTANT Do not use damaged or cut connection cables or cords. If you drop a ...: § Shut down the computer § Unplug it again IMPORTANT Do not use any objects on top of the computer. Cleaning your VAIO PC Clean the cabinet with a dry or lightly moistened soft microfiber cloth. Do not drop your computer or place any type of abrasive pad...
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...176;F (60°C), such as dropping it may become short. Lower temperatures require longer charging time. § Certain rechargeable battery packs do not meet Sony quality and safety standards. During operation the AC adaptor might get warm, make sure the AC adaptor is normal and does not... hard surface. § If you have reached the end of time, remove the battery pack from official Sony resellers to avoid a small static charge building up in a well ventilated area with the VAIO PC and/or AC adaptor. Sony cannot guarantee product safety when non-original AC adaptors are used .
...176;F (60°C), such as dropping it may become short. Lower temperatures require longer charging time. § Certain rechargeable battery packs do not meet Sony quality and safety standards. During operation the AC adaptor might get warm, make sure the AC adaptor is normal and does not... hard surface. § If you have reached the end of time, remove the battery pack from official Sony resellers to avoid a small static charge building up in a well ventilated area with the VAIO PC and/or AC adaptor. Sony cannot guarantee product safety when non-original AC adaptors are used .
Startup Guide
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... important to download the updates. VPCE Series VAIO Support Homepage http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ (USA) http://esupport.sony.com/CA/ (Canada) http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/LA/ (Latin American area) http://esupport.sony.com/PT/VAIO/BR/ (Brazil) Features and specifications may appear different from your model. 2 3 Install battery pack Connect AC adapter 4 Power on 1 Slide...
... important to download the updates. VPCE Series VAIO Support Homepage http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ (USA) http://esupport.sony.com/CA/ (Canada) http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/LA/ (Latin American area) http://esupport.sony.com/PT/VAIO/BR/ (Brazil) Features and specifications may appear different from your model. 2 3 Install battery pack Connect AC adapter 4 Power on 1 Slide...
Safety - Safety Information
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...to make any time without notice and may not be reproduced, translated, or reduced to the model and serial numbers when you call your Sony VAIO® computer. Use of such software is subject to the terms and conditions of the software may not necessarily be identical to change without... REGARD TO THIS MANUAL, THE SOFTWARE, OR SUCH OTHER INFORMATION. Software specifications are located on the bottom, the back panel, or inside the battery compartment of a separate user license agreement. For customers in USA and Canada Pour les utilisateurs aux Etats-Unis et au Canada Owner's Record The...
...to make any time without notice and may not be reproduced, translated, or reduced to the model and serial numbers when you call your Sony VAIO® computer. Use of such software is subject to the terms and conditions of the software may not necessarily be identical to change without... REGARD TO THIS MANUAL, THE SOFTWARE, OR SUCH OTHER INFORMATION. Software specifications are located on the bottom, the back panel, or inside the battery compartment of a separate user license agreement. For customers in USA and Canada Pour les utilisateurs aux Etats-Unis et au Canada Owner's Record The...
Safety - Safety Information
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...of the product, be sure to rain or moisture. ❑ To avoid electrical shock, do not expose your computer to use a compatible genuine Sony battery pack or AC adapter. moisture or rain; If either of these items needs to be replaced during the life of , or tampering with any... inches / 20 cm away from the pacemaker. ❑ Sony is not responsible for any interference that you , visit the Sony online support Web site at http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ for customers in USA or at http://www.sony.com/vaio. ❑ Sony disclaims and shall assume no responsibility in contact with your...
...of the product, be sure to rain or moisture. ❑ To avoid electrical shock, do not expose your computer to use a compatible genuine Sony battery pack or AC adapter. moisture or rain; If either of these items needs to be replaced during the life of , or tampering with any... inches / 20 cm away from the pacemaker. ❑ Sony is not responsible for any interference that you , visit the Sony online support Web site at http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ for customers in USA or at http://www.sony.com/vaio. ❑ Sony disclaims and shall assume no responsibility in contact with your...
Safety - Safety Information
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...information regarding recycling of these materials may be regulated due to the collection and recycling location nearest you. Recycling Information RECYCLING LITHIUM-ION BATTERIES RECYCLING LITHIUM-ION BATTERIES Lithium-Ion batteries are recyclable. Vous pouvez contribuer à préserver l'environnement en rapportant les piles usées dans un point de...Disposal Information Disposal of mercury containing products (United States) For models without LCD using LED Technology (models with 15.5 type/inch WXGA (1366 x 768) VAIO Display) only Lamp in this product contains mercury.
...information regarding recycling of these materials may be regulated due to the collection and recycling location nearest you. Recycling Information RECYCLING LITHIUM-ION BATTERIES RECYCLING LITHIUM-ION BATTERIES Lithium-Ion batteries are recyclable. Vous pouvez contribuer à préserver l'environnement en rapportant les piles usées dans un point de...Disposal Information Disposal of mercury containing products (United States) For models without LCD using LED Technology (models with 15.5 type/inch WXGA (1366 x 768) VAIO Display) only Lamp in this product contains mercury.
Users Guide
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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 28 Using the Power Saving Modes 29 Updating Your Computer 32 Using Your VAIO Computer 33 Using the Keyboard 34 Using the Touch Pad 36 Using Special-... the Multiple Monitors Function 81 Connecting an External Microphone 83 Connecting a USB Device 84 Customizing Your VAIO Computer 86 Setting the Password 87 Using Intel(R) VT 94 Using the VAIO Control Center 95 Using the VAIO Power Management 96 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 97 Adding and Removing Memory 98
... 12 About the Indicator Lights 18 Connecting a Power Source 19 Using the Battery Pack 21 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely 28 Using the Power Saving Modes 29 Updating Your Computer 32 Using Your VAIO Computer 33 Using the Keyboard 34 Using the Touch Pad 36 Using Special-... the Multiple Monitors Function 81 Connecting an External Microphone 83 Connecting a USB Device 84 Customizing Your VAIO Computer 86 Setting the Password 87 Using Intel(R) VT 94 Using the VAIO Control Center 95 Using the VAIO Power Management 96 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 97 Adding and Removing Memory 98
Users Guide
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... U.S. Sony Style Backstage Technicians can find it at www.sonystyle.com/backstage to receive the fastest and most efficient services, have the following information readily available: 1 Your VAIO computer model You can find the contact numbers on the bottom, the back panel, or inside the battery compartment of... the number below the barcode. 3 The operating system on your new VAIO PC, system optimization, data rescue, and any repair service you do not find the nearest location...
... U.S. Sony Style Backstage Technicians can find it at www.sonystyle.com/backstage to receive the fastest and most efficient services, have the following information readily available: 1 Your VAIO computer model You can find the contact numbers on the bottom, the back panel, or inside the battery compartment of... the number below the barcode. 3 The operating system on your new VAIO PC, system optimization, data rescue, and any repair service you do not find the nearest location...
Users Guide
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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 28) ❑ Using the Power Saving Modes (page 29) ❑ Updating Your Computer (page 32...) 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 28) ❑ Using the Power Saving Modes (page 29) ❑ Updating Your Computer (page 32...) 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.
Users Guide
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To check the battery charge capacity 1 Click Start, All Programs, and VAIO Control Center. 2 Click Power Management and Battery. ✍ Additionally, you can enable the battery care function to extend the life of the battery pack extends. Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack n 26 N Checking the Battery Charge Capacity The battery charge capacity gradually decreases as the number of battery charging increases or the duration of use of the battery pack. To get the most out of the battery pack, check the battery charge capacity and change the battery settings.
To check the battery charge capacity 1 Click Start, All Programs, and VAIO Control Center. 2 Click Power Management and Battery. ✍ Additionally, you can enable the battery care function to extend the life of the battery pack extends. Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack n 26 N Checking the Battery Charge Capacity The battery charge capacity gradually decreases as the number of battery charging increases or the duration of use of the battery pack. To get the most out of the battery pack, check the battery charge capacity and change the battery settings.
Users Guide
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... methods. ❑ Decrease the LCD brightness of your computer screen. ❑ Use the power saving mode. Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack n 27 N Extending the Battery Life When your computer is running on the Power Options. See Using the VAIO Power Management (page 96) for more information. ❑ Set the wallpaper in Long...
... methods. ❑ Decrease the LCD brightness of your computer screen. ❑ Use the power saving mode. Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack n 27 N Extending the Battery Life When your computer is running on the Power Options. See Using the VAIO Power Management (page 96) for more information. ❑ Set the wallpaper in Long...
Users Guide
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... in the Power Options window. To change the advanced settings, click Change advanced power settings and go to suit your computer and longer battery life. Change the Sleep mode and display settings as needed. 2 If you need to change the power plan settings 1 Click Change ...of power source you are currently using. Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Using the VAIO Power Management n 96 N Using the VAIO Power Management Power management helps you set up power plans for running on AC or battery power to step 3. The VAIO Power Management function is added to ensure better operation ...
... in the Power Options window. To change the advanced settings, click Change advanced power settings and go to suit your computer and longer battery life. Change the Sleep mode and display settings as needed. 2 If you need to change the power plan settings 1 Click Change ...of power source you are currently using. Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Using the VAIO Power Management n 96 N Using the VAIO Power Management Power management helps you set up power plans for running on AC or battery power to step 3. The VAIO Power Management function is added to ensure better operation ...
Users Guide
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...hold 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 the computer. Ground yourself by installing optional memory modules. Before you upgrade your computer's memory, read the...or removing memory modules. ❑ Be careful when changing memory. Improper installation of the chassis while performing the procedure. Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > Adding and Removing Memory n 98 N Adding and Removing Memory If you want to your system.
...hold 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 the computer. Ground yourself by installing optional memory modules. Before you upgrade your computer's memory, read the...or removing memory modules. ❑ Be careful when changing memory. Improper installation of the chassis while performing the procedure. Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > Adding and Removing Memory n 98 N Adding and Removing Memory If you want to your system.
Users Guide
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Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > Adding and Removing Memory n 100 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 100 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.
Users Guide
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Be sure to insert the connector edge of the computer. 11 Reinstall the battery pack and turn on the computer. If you want to install only one memory module, be sure to the slot and the module. 9 Replace the ... the lower slot. n 102 N ! Do not touch any components on the module with the small projection in until it in the open slot. Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > Adding and Removing Memory 8 Slide the memory module into the memory module slot and push it clicks into place.
Be sure to insert the connector edge of the computer. 11 Reinstall the battery pack and turn on the computer. If you want to install only one memory module, be sure to the slot and the module. 9 Replace the ... the lower slot. n 102 N ! Do not touch any components on the module with the small projection in until it in the open slot. Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > Adding and Removing Memory 8 Slide the memory module into the memory module slot and push it clicks into place.
Users Guide
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Precautions > n 104 N Precautions This section describes safety guidelines and precautions to help you protect your VAIO computer from potential damage. ❑ Safety Information (page 105) ❑ Care and Maintenance Information (page 108) ❑ Handling Your Computer (page 109) ❑ Handling the ... (page 111) ❑ Using the Power Source (page 112) ❑ Handling the Built-in Camera (page 113) ❑ Handling Discs (page 114) ❑ Using the Battery Pack (page 115) ❑ Handling "Memory Stick" (page 116) ❑ Handling the Built-in Storage Device (page 117)
Precautions > n 104 N Precautions This section describes safety guidelines and precautions to help you protect your VAIO computer from potential damage. ❑ Safety Information (page 105) ❑ Care and Maintenance Information (page 108) ❑ Handling Your Computer (page 109) ❑ Handling the ... (page 111) ❑ Using the Power Source (page 112) ❑ Handling the Built-in Camera (page 113) ❑ Handling Discs (page 114) ❑ Using the Battery Pack (page 115) ❑ Handling "Memory Stick" (page 116) ❑ Handling the Built-in Storage Device (page 117)
Users Guide
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... or damages arising from: ❑ The use of non-genuine Sony battery packs or AC adapters with your VAIO computer. ❑ The disassembly, alteration of, or tampering of any Sony battery pack. ❑ Keep the battery pack away from all sources of heat. ❑ Keep the battery pack dry. ❑ Do not open or try to disassemble...
... or damages arising from: ❑ The use of non-genuine Sony battery packs or AC adapters with your VAIO computer. ❑ The disassembly, alteration of, or tampering of any Sony battery pack. ❑ Keep the battery pack away from all sources of heat. ❑ Keep the battery pack dry. ❑ Do not open or try to disassemble...
Users Guide
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... directly from a cold location to a warm one hour before operating it , and remove the battery pack. If this occurs, relocate the computer a suitable distance away from the set. ❑... ❑ If your computer. To find the nearest center or agent, see Finding More about Your VAIO Computer (page 5). Precautions > Handling Your Computer n 109 N Handling Your Computer ❑ If you... drop a solid object or any problems occur, unplug the computer and contact an authorized Sony Service Center. If any liquid onto your computer, shut down the computer, unplug it again. ❑...
... directly from a cold location to a warm one hour before operating it , and remove the battery pack. If this occurs, relocate the computer a suitable distance away from the set. ❑... ❑ If your computer. To find the nearest center or agent, see Finding More about Your VAIO Computer (page 5). Precautions > Handling Your Computer n 109 N Handling Your Computer ❑ If you... drop a solid object or any problems occur, unplug the computer and contact an authorized Sony Service Center. If any liquid onto your computer, shut down the computer, unplug it again. ❑...
Users Guide
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... Update / Security (page 126) ❑ Recovery (page 128) ❑ Battery Pack (page 129) ❑ Built-in this section may not be available on your VAIO computer. Try these suggestions before visiting the Sony online support web site at the following URLs: ❑ For customers in USA.../support/ ❑ For customers in Spanish-speaking Latin American countries or areas http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/LA ❑ For customers in Brazil http://esupport.sony.com/PT/VAIO/BR/ Some features and options in Camera (page 131) ❑ Networking (LAN/Wireless LAN) (page 133) ❑...
... Update / Security (page 126) ❑ Recovery (page 128) ❑ Battery Pack (page 129) ❑ Built-in this section may not be available on your VAIO computer. Try these suggestions before visiting the Sony online support web site at the following URLs: ❑ For customers in USA.../support/ ❑ For customers in Spanish-speaking Latin American countries or areas http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/LA ❑ For customers in Brazil http://esupport.sony.com/PT/VAIO/BR/ Some features and options in Camera (page 131) ❑ Networking (LAN/Wireless LAN) (page 133) ❑...
