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n2 N Contents Before Use 4 Finding More about Your VAIO Computer 6 Ergonomic Considerations 10 Getting Started 12 Locating Controls and Ports 13 About the Indicator Lights 15 Connecting a Power Source 16 Using the Battery Pack 18 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely 24 Using the Power Saving Modes 25 Updating ...Your Computer 28 Using Your VAIO Computer 29 Using the Keyboard 30 Using the Touch Pad 32 Using the ...
n2 N Contents Before Use 4 Finding More about Your VAIO Computer 6 Ergonomic Considerations 10 Getting Started 12 Locating Controls and Ports 13 About the Indicator Lights 15 Connecting a Power Source 16 Using the Battery Pack 18 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely 24 Using the Power Saving Modes 25 Updating ...Your Computer 28 Using Your VAIO Computer 29 Using the Keyboard 30 Using the Touch Pad 32 Using the ...
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Before Use > n5 N About Models with Windows 7 Starter On models with other editions of the VAIO Control Center Among those described in this User Guide, for example, you cannot use some of the features available on models with the Windows 7 Starter operating system, you cannot use the following: ❑ Ad-hoc connections of the wireless LAN function ❑ Multiple Monitors function ❑ Long Battery Life Wallpaper Setting of the Windows 7 operating system.
Before Use > n5 N About Models with Windows 7 Starter On models with other editions of the VAIO Control Center Among those described in this User Guide, for example, you cannot use some of the features available on models with the Windows 7 Starter operating system, you cannot use the following: ❑ Ad-hoc connections of the wireless LAN function ❑ Multiple Monitors function ❑ Long Battery Life Wallpaper Setting of the Windows 7 operating system.
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...VAIO Computer n9 N 4. Sony Style store and get personalized service and support for at a U.S. Customer Information Center If you might need. The serial number is the last 7 digits of the number below the barcode. 3 The operating system on the bottom, the back panel, or inside the battery... compartment of the problem 5. Sony Style Backstage Technicians can assist with a Sony certified technician at our site, you are looking for your computer 4 The hardware component or the ...
...VAIO Computer n9 N 4. Sony Style store and get personalized service and support for at a U.S. Customer Information Center If you might need. The serial number is the last 7 digits of the number below the barcode. 3 The operating system on the bottom, the back panel, or inside the battery... compartment of the problem 5. Sony Style Backstage Technicians can assist with a Sony certified technician at our site, you are looking for your computer 4 The hardware component or the ...
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... manufacturer's instructions. ❑ Locating Controls and Ports (page 13) ❑ About the Indicator Lights (page 15) ❑ Connecting a Power Source (page 16) ❑ Using the Battery Pack (page 18) ❑ Shutting Down Your Computer Safely (page 24) ❑ Using the Power Saving Modes (page 25) ❑ Updating Your Computer (page 28... completion, connect one device (for the first time, do not connect any other hardware that did not originally come with your computer. Before starting your VAIO computer. !
... manufacturer's instructions. ❑ Locating Controls and Ports (page 13) ❑ About the Indicator Lights (page 15) ❑ Connecting a Power Source (page 16) ❑ Using the Battery Pack (page 18) ❑ Shutting Down Your Computer Safely (page 24) ❑ Using the Power Saving Modes (page 25) ❑ Updating Your Computer (page 28... completion, connect one device (for the first time, do not connect any other hardware that did not originally come with your computer. Before starting your VAIO computer. !
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...battery pack is running on the battery, you will lose all unsaved data. You can extend the life of the Battery Charge Functions with a lithium ion battery pack and can be recharged any time. If the battery pack runs out of battery.... Your computer is directly connected to recharge the battery pack or shut down your battery... mode, such as Sleep or Hibernate. Charging a partially discharged battery pack does not affect the life of power while the computer is...
...battery pack is running on the battery, you will lose all unsaved data. You can extend the life of the Battery Charge Functions with a lithium ion battery pack and can be recharged any time. If the battery pack runs out of battery.... Your computer is directly connected to recharge the battery pack or shut down your battery... mode, such as Sleep or Hibernate. Charging a partially discharged battery pack does not affect the life of power while the computer is...
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Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack n 23 N Extending the Battery Life When your computer is running on battery power, you cannot use some of your desktop background with the VAIO Control Center. See Using the Power Saving Modes (page 25) for more information. ❑ Set the wallpaper in this User Guide. On models with Windows...
Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack n 23 N Extending the Battery Life When your computer is running on battery power, you cannot use some of your desktop background with the VAIO Control Center. See Using the Power Saving Modes (page 25) for more information. ❑ Set the wallpaper in this User Guide. On models with Windows...
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Precautions > n 76 N Precautions This section describes safety guidelines and precautions to help you protect your VAIO computer from potential damage. ❑ Safety Information (page 77) ❑ Care and Maintenance Information (page 80) ❑ Handling Your Computer (page 81) ❑ Handling the LCD Screen (page 83) ❑ Using the Power Source (page 84) ❑ Handling the Built-in Camera (page 85) ❑ Handling Discs (page 86) ❑ Using the Battery Pack (page 87) ❑ Handling "Memory Stick" (page 88) ❑ Handling the Built-in Storage Device (page 89)
Precautions > n 76 N Precautions This section describes safety guidelines and precautions to help you protect your VAIO computer from potential damage. ❑ Safety Information (page 77) ❑ Care and Maintenance Information (page 80) ❑ Handling Your Computer (page 81) ❑ Handling the LCD Screen (page 83) ❑ Using the Power Source (page 84) ❑ Handling the Built-in Camera (page 85) ❑ Handling Discs (page 86) ❑ Using the Battery Pack (page 87) ❑ Handling "Memory Stick" (page 88) ❑ Handling the Built-in Storage Device (page 89)
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... in the sun or under direct sunlight. ❑ For your computer and recharge the battery pack before using the genuine Sony battery pack and AC adapter provided 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...
... in the sun or under direct sunlight. ❑ For your computer and recharge the battery pack before using the genuine Sony battery pack and AC adapter provided 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...
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..., shut down the computer, unplug it again. ❑ Do not drop your computer or place any problems occur, unplug the computer and contact an authorized Sony Service Center. The electromagnetic field of the equipment may cause the computer to malfunction. ❑ Your computer uses high-frequency radio signals and may want...; High humidity ❑ Do not place electronic equipment near your computer. You may cause interference to a warm one hour before operating it , and remove the battery pack. To find the nearest center or agent, see Finding More about Your...
..., shut down the computer, unplug it again. ❑ Do not drop your computer or place any problems occur, unplug the computer and contact an authorized Sony Service Center. The electromagnetic field of the equipment may cause the computer to malfunction. ❑ Your computer uses high-frequency radio signals and may want...; High humidity ❑ Do not place electronic equipment near your computer. You may cause interference to a warm one hour before operating it , and remove the battery pack. To find the nearest center or agent, see Finding More about Your...
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...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 this section may not be available on your VAIO computer. Troubleshooting > n 90 N Troubleshooting This... section describes how to solve common problems you might encounter when using your computer. ❑ Computer Operations (page 92) ❑ System Update / Security (page 99) ❑ Recovery (page 101) ❑ Battery Pack (page...
...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 this section may not be available on your VAIO computer. Troubleshooting > n 90 N Troubleshooting This... section describes how to solve common problems you might encounter when using your computer. ❑ Computer Operations (page 92) ❑ System Update / Security (page 99) ❑ Recovery (page 101) ❑ Battery Pack (page...
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... your display for at least one hour. ❑ Check that came with your VAIO computer. Make sure the brightness and contrast controls are using the supplied Sony AC adapter. Reinstall the battery pack, plug the AC adapter, and then slide the power switch (in the direction of G on the switch...; Make sure your computer is securely plugged into a power source and turned on and the power indicator light is lit. ❑ Make sure the battery pack is installed properly and charged. ❑ Disconnect all connected USB devices (if any), and then restart your computer. ❑ If your computer...
... your display for at least one hour. ❑ Check that came with your VAIO computer. Make sure the brightness and contrast controls are using the supplied Sony AC adapter. Reinstall the battery pack, plug the AC adapter, and then slide the power switch (in the direction of G on the switch...; Make sure your computer is securely plugged into a power source and turned on and the power indicator light is lit. ❑ Make sure the battery pack is installed properly and charged. ❑ Disconnect all connected USB devices (if any), and then restart your computer. ❑ If your computer...
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... is not compatible. Troubleshooting > Computer Operations n 95 N Why doesn't my computer enter Sleep or Hibernate mode? Remove the battery pack and contact an authorized Sony Service Center. If the Windows Security window appears, click Restart. 4 If this problem, turn off your computer does not restart, press the Ctrl.... To solve this procedure does not work, slide (in the direction of unsaved data. For details, see Finding More about Your VAIO Computer (page 6). Your computer may cause loss of G on the switch) and hold the power switch until the computer turns off your ...
... is not compatible. Troubleshooting > Computer Operations n 95 N Why doesn't my computer enter Sleep or Hibernate mode? Remove the battery pack and contact an authorized Sony Service Center. If the Windows Security window appears, click Restart. 4 If this problem, turn off your computer does not restart, press the Ctrl.... To solve this procedure does not work, slide (in the direction of unsaved data. For details, see Finding More about Your VAIO Computer (page 6). Your computer may cause loss of G on the switch) and hold the power switch until the computer turns off your ...
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.... See Using Hibernate Mode (page 27) for information on the VAIO Control Center. What should I fully charge my battery pack? Remove the battery pack and contact an authorized Sony Service Center. Troubleshooting > Battery Pack n 103 N Can my computer enter Hibernate mode while running on battery power, but some software programs and peripheral devices prevent the system...
.... See Using Hibernate Mode (page 27) for information on the VAIO Control Center. What should I fully charge my battery pack? Remove the battery pack and contact an authorized Sony Service Center. Troubleshooting > Battery Pack n 103 N Can my computer enter Hibernate mode while running on battery power, but some software programs and peripheral devices prevent the system...