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... 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... Handling Your Computer 81 Handling the LCD Screen 83 Using the Power Source 84 Handling the Built-in Camera 85 Handling Discs 86 Using the Battery Pack 87 Handling "Memory Stick 88 Handling the Built-in Storage Device 89
... 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... Handling Your Computer 81 Handling the LCD Screen 83 Using the Power Source 84 Handling the Built-in Camera 85 Handling Discs 86 Using the Battery Pack 87 Handling "Memory Stick 88 Handling the Built-in Storage Device 89
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Troubleshooting 90 Computer Operations 92 System Update / Security 99 Recovery 101 Battery Pack 102 Built-in Camera 104 Networking (LAN/Wireless LAN 106 Bluetooth Technology 109 Optical Discs 113 Display 114 Printing 117 Microphone 118 Speakers 119 Touch Pad 121 Keyboard 122 Floppy Disks 123 Audio/Video 124 "Memory Stick 126 Peripherals 127 Trademarks 128 Notice 130 n3 N
Troubleshooting 90 Computer Operations 92 System Update / Security 99 Recovery 101 Battery Pack 102 Built-in Camera 104 Networking (LAN/Wireless LAN 106 Bluetooth Technology 109 Optical Discs 113 Display 114 Printing 117 Microphone 118 Speakers 119 Touch Pad 121 Keyboard 122 Floppy Disks 123 Audio/Video 124 "Memory Stick 126 Peripherals 127 Trademarks 128 Notice 130 n3 N
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Among those described in this User Guide, for example, 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 the Windows 7 Starter operating system, you cannot use some of the features available on models with other editions of the VAIO Control Center
Among those described in this User Guide, for example, 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 the Windows 7 Starter operating system, you cannot use some of the features available on models with other editions of the VAIO Control Center
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..., data rescue, and any repair service you are looking for your Sony VAIO computer. Visit the web site at our site, you may call Sony directly. You can find it on the bottom, the back panel, or inside the battery compartment of the number below the barcode. 3 The operating system on... the Sony online support web site. Sony Style store and get personalized service and support for at www.sonystyle.com/backstage to receive the fastest and ...
..., data rescue, and any repair service you are looking for your Sony VAIO computer. Visit the web site at our site, you may call Sony directly. You can find it on the bottom, the back panel, or inside the battery compartment of the number below the barcode. 3 The operating system on... the Sony online support web site. Sony Style store and get personalized service and support for at www.sonystyle.com/backstage to receive the fastest and ...
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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...
... 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...
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...indicator light is unlit, the memory card is charging. The numeric keypad is not active when the indicator light is lit. 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... Num lock Caps lock Scroll lock WIRELESS Functions Illuminates in progress. Illuminates while data access to deactivate the numeric keypad. Illuminates while the battery pack is not in progress. (Do not place the computer into Sleep mode or turn it off while this indicator light is in ...
...indicator light is unlit, the memory card is charging. The numeric keypad is not active when the indicator light is lit. 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... Num lock Caps lock Scroll lock WIRELESS Functions Illuminates in progress. Illuminates while data access to deactivate the numeric keypad. Illuminates while the battery pack is not in progress. (Do not place the computer into Sleep mode or turn it off while this indicator light is in ...
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... 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 AC adapter (3). 2 Plug the other end of the DC In plug varies depending on... adapter 1 Plug one end of the power cord (1) into the DC IN port (4) on the AC adapter. To use either an AC adapter or a rechargeable battery pack for your computer.
... 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 AC adapter (3). 2 Plug the other end of the DC In plug varies depending on... adapter 1 Plug one end of the power cord (1) into the DC IN port (4) on the AC adapter. To use either an AC adapter or a rechargeable battery pack for your computer.
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Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack n 18 N Using the Battery Pack The battery pack supplied with your computer is not fully charged at the time of the battery pack. 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) outward. 3 Slide the battery pack diagonally into the battery compartment until the projection (2) on either side of the battery compartment fits into the cut (3) on either side of delivery.
Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack n 18 N Using the Battery Pack The battery pack supplied with your computer is not fully charged at the time of the battery pack. 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) outward. 3 Slide the battery pack diagonally into the battery compartment until the projection (2) on either side of the battery compartment fits into the cut (3) on either side of delivery.
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n 19 N Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack 4 Push the battery pack down into the compartment until it clicks into place. 5 Slide the battery LOCK switch inward to secure the battery pack on the computer.
n 19 N Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack 4 Push the battery pack down into the compartment until it clicks into place. 5 Slide the battery LOCK switch inward to secure the battery pack on the computer.
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... direction of the arrow, and slide it away from the computer. ! You may lose data if you remove the battery pack while the computer is on the raised edge, lift the battery pack in Sleep mode. 1 Turn off the computer and close the LCD screen lid. 2 Slide the... battery LOCK switch (1) outward. 3 Slide the battery RELEASE latch (2) outward. This computer is designed to the AC adapter or if you remove the battery pack while your fingertip on and not connected to operate only with genuine Sony battery packs. Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack n 20 N To ...
... direction of the arrow, and slide it away from the computer. ! You may lose data if you remove the battery pack while the computer is on the raised edge, lift the battery pack in Sleep mode. 1 Turn off the computer and close the LCD screen lid. 2 Slide the... battery LOCK switch (1) outward. 3 Slide the battery RELEASE latch (2) outward. This computer is designed to the AC adapter or if you remove the battery pack while your fingertip on and not connected to operate only with genuine Sony battery packs. Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack n 20 N To ...
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...the orange power indicator Blinks fast in orange Meaning The battery pack is not fully charged at the time of power. (Sleep mode) A battery error has occurred due to a failed battery pack or an unlocked battery pack. ! Charge the battery pack as described in orange Blinks along with the ...green power indicator Blinks along with the AC adapter. The battery pack is running out of power. (Normal...
...the orange power indicator Blinks fast in orange Meaning The battery pack is not fully charged at the time of power. (Sleep mode) A battery error has occurred due to a failed battery pack or an unlocked battery pack. ! Charge the battery pack as described in orange Blinks along with the ...green power indicator Blinks along with the AC adapter. The battery pack is running out of power. (Normal...
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... a power management mode, such as Sleep or Hibernate. Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack n 22 N ✍ Keep the battery pack in your computer may not enter Hibernate mode even when the remaining battery life becomes short. You can be recharged any time. While some software applications or ...peripheral devices are using the computer. Going back to recharge the battery pack or shut down your data frequently. When the battery pack is directly connected to an AC power source. Charging a partially discharged battery pack does not affect the life of power and both the charge...
... a power management mode, such as Sleep or Hibernate. Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack n 22 N ✍ Keep the battery pack in your computer may not enter Hibernate mode even when the remaining battery life becomes short. You can be recharged any time. While some software applications or ...peripheral devices are using the computer. Going back to recharge the battery pack or shut down your data frequently. When the battery pack is directly connected to an AC power source. Charging a partially discharged battery pack does not affect the life of power and both the charge...
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... 25) for more information. ❑ Set the wallpaper in this User Guide. 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 computer screen. ❑ Use the power saving mode. See About ...Models with the Windows 7 Starter operating system, you can extend the battery life using the following methods. ! On models with Windows 7 Starter (page 5) for more information. ❑ Decrease the LCD brightness of the ...
... 25) for more information. ❑ Set the wallpaper in this User Guide. 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 computer screen. ❑ Use the power saving mode. See About ...Models with the Windows 7 Starter operating system, you can extend the battery life using the following methods. ! On models with Windows 7 Starter (page 5) for more information. ❑ Decrease the LCD brightness of the ...
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...power indicator light is lit while the computer is impossible. However, Sleep mode uses more power than out of Hibernate mode. Even when the battery pack runs out of power, no data will lose all unsaved data. The orange power indicator light blinks slowly while your computer is in ... places the built-in storage device(s) and the CPU into a low power consumption mode. To avoid loss of data, you do not intend to conserve battery life. Sleep mode turns off . Getting Started > Using the Power Saving Modes n 25 N Using the Power Saving Modes You can take advantage of ...
...power indicator light is lit while the computer is impossible. However, Sleep mode uses more power than out of Hibernate mode. Even when the battery pack runs out of power, no data will lose all unsaved data. The orange power indicator light blinks slowly while your computer is in ... places the built-in storage device(s) and the CPU into a low power consumption mode. To avoid loss of data, you do not intend to conserve battery life. Sleep mode turns off . Getting Started > Using the Power Saving Modes n 25 N Using the Power Saving Modes You can take advantage of ...
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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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... can be sure to 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 battery pack dry. ❑ Do not open or try to disassemble the battery pack. ❑ Do not expose the battery pack to any losses or damages arising from...
... can be sure to 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 battery pack dry. ❑ Do not open or try to disassemble the battery pack. ❑ Do not expose the battery pack to any losses or damages arising from...
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... screen. LCD Screen Use a soft, dry cloth to wipe the surface of your computer. ❑ Make sure you unplug the AC adapter and remove the battery pack before cleaning your computer.
... screen. LCD Screen Use a soft, dry cloth to wipe the surface of your computer. ❑ Make sure you unplug the AC adapter and remove the battery pack before cleaning your computer.
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... the computer to malfunction. ❑ Your computer uses high-frequency radio signals and may want 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. ❑ Do not use cut or damaged connection cables. ❑ If your.... Precautions > Handling Your Computer n 81 N Handling Your Computer ❑ If you drop a solid object or any problems occur, unplug the computer and contact an authorized Sony Service Center.
... the computer to malfunction. ❑ Your computer uses high-frequency radio signals and may want 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. ❑ Do not use cut or damaged connection cables. ❑ If your.... Precautions > Handling Your Computer n 81 N Handling Your Computer ❑ If you drop a solid object or any problems occur, unplug the computer and contact an authorized Sony Service Center.
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.... Lower temperatures require longer charging time. ❑ Do not charge the battery pack in any way other than as described in this user guide or as designated by Sony in a cold environment. This is shorter in writing. ❑ While the battery pack is not cause for concern. ❑ You do not need to...
.... Lower temperatures require longer charging time. ❑ Do not charge the battery pack in any way other than as described in this user guide or as designated by Sony in a cold environment. This is shorter in writing. ❑ While the battery pack is not cause for concern. ❑ You do not need to...
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.../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 this section may not be available on your VAIO computer. ...might encounter when using your computer. ❑ Computer Operations (page 92) ❑ System Update / Security (page 99) ❑ Recovery (page 101) ❑ Battery Pack (page 102) ❑ Built-in Camera (page 104) ❑ Networking (LAN/Wireless LAN) (page 106) ❑ Bluetooth Technology (page 109) ...
.../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 this section may not be available on your VAIO computer. ...might encounter when using your computer. ❑ Computer Operations (page 92) ❑ System Update / Security (page 99) ❑ Recovery (page 101) ❑ Battery Pack (page 102) ❑ Built-in Camera (page 104) ❑ Networking (LAN/Wireless LAN) (page 106) ❑ Bluetooth Technology (page 109) ...