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... More about Your VAIO Computer 5 Ergonomic Considerations 7 Getting Started 9 Locating Controls and Ports 10 About the Indicator Lights 15 Connecting a Power Source 16 Using the Battery Pack 18 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely 25 Using the Power Saving Modes 26 Updating Your Computer 29 Using Your VAIO Computer 30 Using the...
... More about Your VAIO Computer 5 Ergonomic Considerations 7 Getting Started 9 Locating Controls and Ports 10 About the Indicator Lights 15 Connecting a Power Source 16 Using the Battery Pack 18 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely 25 Using the Power Saving Modes 26 Updating Your Computer 29 Using Your VAIO Computer 30 Using the...
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... 107 Handling the LCD Screen 109 Using the Power Source 110 Handling the Built-in Camera 111 Handling Discs 112 Using the Battery Pack 113 Handling "Memory Stick 114 Handling the Built-in Storage Device 115 Troubleshooting 116 Computer Operations 118 System Update / Security 124... Recovery 126 Battery Pack 129 Built-in Camera 131 Networking (LAN/Wireless LAN 133 Bluetooth Technology 137 Optical Discs 141 Display 146 Printing 150 Microphone ...
... 107 Handling the LCD Screen 109 Using the Power Source 110 Handling the Built-in Camera 111 Handling Discs 112 Using the Battery Pack 113 Handling "Memory Stick 114 Handling the Built-in Storage Device 115 Troubleshooting 116 Computer Operations 118 System Update / Security 124... Recovery 126 Battery Pack 129 Built-in Camera 131 Networking (LAN/Wireless LAN 133 Bluetooth Technology 137 Optical Discs 141 Display 146 Printing 150 Microphone ...
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....eu/, or our online store at http://www.sonystyle-europe.com. If you can be found on the bottom, the back panel, or inside the battery compartment of your VAIO computer. Before Use > Finding More about Your VAIO Computer n6 N 3.
....eu/, or our online store at http://www.sonystyle-europe.com. If you can be found on the bottom, the back panel, or inside the battery compartment of your VAIO computer. Before Use > Finding More about Your VAIO Computer n6 N 3.
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Getting Started > Getting Started This section describes how to get started using your VAIO computer. ❑ Locating Controls and Ports (page 10) ❑ About the Indicator Lights (page 15) ❑ Connecting a Power Source (page 16) ❑ Using the Battery Pack (page 18) ❑ Shutting Down Your Computer Safely (page 25) ❑ Using the Power Saving Modes (page 26) ❑ Updating Your Computer (page 29) n9 N
Getting Started > Getting Started This section describes how to get started using your VAIO computer. ❑ Locating Controls and Ports (page 10) ❑ About the Indicator Lights (page 15) ❑ Connecting a Power Source (page 16) ❑ Using the Battery Pack (page 18) ❑ Shutting Down Your Computer Safely (page 25) ❑ Using the Power Saving Modes (page 26) ❑ Updating Your Computer (page 29) n9 N
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Getting Started > Locating Controls and Ports Back/Bottom n 14 N A Air vents B Memory module compartment cover (page 96) C Battery connector (page 18)
Getting Started > Locating Controls and Ports Back/Bottom n 14 N A Air vents B Memory module compartment cover (page 96) C Battery connector (page 18)
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Press the key a second time to turn it off . See Charging the Battery Pack (page 21) for more wireless options are using and does not work with the following indicator lights: Indicator Power 1 Charge Built-in MOTION EYE .... The numeric keypad is not active when the indicator light is charging. Press the Caps Lock key to activate the numeric keypad. Illuminates while the battery pack is unlit. Illuminates while data access to deactivate the numeric keypad. Letters appear in lowercase if you press the Shift key while the indicator...
Press the key a second time to turn it off . See Charging the Battery Pack (page 21) for more wireless options are using and does not work with the following indicator lights: Indicator Power 1 Charge Built-in MOTION EYE .... The numeric keypad is not active when the indicator light is charging. Press the Caps Lock key to activate the numeric keypad. Illuminates while the battery pack is unlit. Illuminates while data access to deactivate the numeric keypad. Letters appear in lowercase if you press the Shift key while the indicator...
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Using the AC Adapter While your computer is directly connected to your computer. To use either an AC adapter or a rechargeable battery pack for your computer. The shape of the power cord into an AC outlet (2). 3 Plug the cable from the AC outlet. ✍ Use only the ...supplied AC adapter for supplying power to an AC power source and has a battery pack installed, it uses power from the AC adapter (3) into the DC IN port (4) on the AC adapter. Getting Started > Connecting a Power Source n 16 N Connecting...
Using the AC Adapter While your computer is directly connected to your computer. To use either an AC adapter or a rechargeable battery pack for your computer. The shape of the power cord into an AC outlet (2). 3 Plug the cable from the AC outlet. ✍ Use only the ...supplied AC adapter for supplying power to an AC power source and has a battery pack installed, it uses power from the AC adapter (3) into the DC IN port (4) on the AC adapter. Getting Started > Connecting a Power Source n 16 N Connecting...
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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. n 18 N 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.
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. n 18 N 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 19 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 19 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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...the AC adapter or if you remove the battery pack while your computer is on the battery pack, and lift the battery pack in the direction of the arrow, and then slide it away from the computer. ! Certain rechargeable batteries do not meet Sony quality and safety standards. You may lose ...data if you remove the battery pack while the computer is installed, the battery will not be charged and the computer will not function. Getting Started > Using...
...the AC adapter or if you remove the battery pack while your computer is on the battery pack, and lift the battery pack in the direction of the arrow, and then slide it away from the computer. ! Certain rechargeable batteries do not meet Sony quality and safety standards. You may lose ...data if you remove the battery pack while the computer is installed, the battery will not be charged and the computer will not function. Getting Started > Using...
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... power indicator Blinks along with the orange power indicator Blinks fast in this manual from your computer is running out of delivery. To charge the battery pack 1 Install the battery pack. 2 Connect the computer to the maximum charge level you selected, the charge indicator turns off. The...
... power indicator Blinks along with the orange power indicator Blinks fast in this manual from your computer is running out of delivery. To charge the battery pack 1 Install the battery pack. 2 Connect the computer to the maximum charge level you selected, the charge indicator turns off. The...
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...computer may not enter Hibernate mode even when the remaining battery life becomes short. The battery pack continues to the previous work state is impossible. If the battery pack runs out of power while the computer is supplied with a lithium ion battery pack and can be recharged any time. While some ...to an AC power source. Going back to charge while you should save your data frequently. When the battery pack is running out of data while the computer is running on the battery, you are in use, your data frequently and manually activate a power management mode, such as Sleep or...
...computer may not enter Hibernate mode even when the remaining battery life becomes short. The battery pack continues to the previous work state is impossible. If the battery pack runs out of power while the computer is supplied with a lithium ion battery pack and can be recharged any time. While some ...to an AC power source. Going back to charge while you should save your data frequently. When the battery pack is running out of data while the computer is running on the battery, you are in use, your data frequently and manually activate a power management mode, such as Sleep or...
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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 23 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 23 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.
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See Using the Power Saving Modes (page 26) for more information. ❑ Change the power saving settings on battery power, you can extend the battery life using the following methods. ❑ Decrease the LCD brightness of your computer screen. ❑ Use the power saving mode. See Using the VAIO Power ...Management (page 93) 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...
See Using the Power Saving Modes (page 26) for more information. ❑ Change the power saving settings on battery power, you can extend the battery life using the following methods. ❑ Decrease the LCD brightness of your computer screen. ❑ Use the power saving mode. See Using the VAIO Power ...Management (page 93) 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...
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... n 26 N Using the Power Saving Modes You can take advantage of the power management settings to the previous work state is impossible. If the battery pack runs out of power while your computer is in use your computer for an extended period of time while it is disconnected from an...power indicator light blinks slowly while your preference: Sleep and Hibernate. ! While your computer has two distinct power saving modes to use . Even when the battery pack runs out of your computer is in storage device(s) and the CPU into Hibernate mode or turn it is unlit while your computer while...
... n 26 N Using the Power Saving Modes You can take advantage of the power management settings to the previous work state is impossible. If the battery pack runs out of power while your computer is in use your computer for an extended period of time while it is disconnected from an...power indicator light blinks slowly while your preference: Sleep and Hibernate. ! While your computer has two distinct power saving modes to use . Even when the battery pack runs out of your computer is in storage device(s) and the CPU into Hibernate mode or turn it is unlit while your computer while...
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...> Using the VAIO Power Management n 93 N Using the VAIO Power Management Power management helps you set up power plans for running on AC or battery power to suit your requirements for each item. 4 Click OK. ✍ You can enhance the Windows power management functions to the Windows Power Options.... To select a power plan 1 Right-click the power status icon on the taskbar and select Power Options. 2 Select your computer and longer battery life. With this icon to step 3. To change the advanced settings, click Change advanced power settings and go to display the window that shows ...
...> Using the VAIO Power Management n 93 N Using the VAIO Power Management Power management helps you set up power plans for running on AC or battery power to suit your requirements for each item. 4 Click OK. ✍ You can enhance the Windows power management functions to the Windows Power Options.... To select a power plan 1 Right-click the power status icon on the taskbar and select Power Options. 2 Select your computer and longer battery life. With this icon to step 3. To change the advanced settings, click Change advanced power settings and go to display the window that shows ...
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... produce or 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. If a memory module is not available, do not work in personal injury or equipment damage. ❑ ESD...
... produce or 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. If a memory module is not available, do not work in personal injury or equipment damage. ❑ ESD...
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Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > Adding and Removing Memory n 98 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 98 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.
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... the module with the small projection in a wrong orientation, as it may cause damage to insert the connector edge of the computer. 11 Reinstall the battery pack and turn on the motherboard other than the memory module.
... the module with the small projection in a wrong orientation, as it may cause damage to insert the connector edge of the computer. 11 Reinstall the battery pack and turn on the motherboard other than the memory module.
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... (page 109) ❑ Using the Power Source (page 110) ❑ Handling the Built-in Camera (page 111) ❑ Handling Discs (page 112) ❑ Using the Battery Pack (page 113) ❑ Handling "Memory Stick" (page 114) ❑ Handling the Built-in Storage Device (page 115)
... (page 109) ❑ Using the Power Source (page 110) ❑ Handling the Built-in Camera (page 111) ❑ Handling Discs (page 112) ❑ Using the Battery Pack (page 113) ❑ Handling "Memory Stick" (page 114) ❑ Handling the Built-in Storage Device (page 115)