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...the restore point was created. If the discs are using VAIO Update. Try other reliable media. Remove the battery pack and contact an authorized Sony service/support center. Wait for 10 to 15 seconds, then restart your computer using an external display, make sure ... in Enter the amount of Recovering your computer. The green power indicator light turns on password, contact an authorized Sony service/support center. Then reinstall the battery pack to confirm the restore point. And then, try recovering your computer again. If you cannot recover...
...the restore point was created. If the discs are using VAIO Update. Try other reliable media. Remove the battery pack and contact an authorized Sony service/support center. Wait for 10 to 15 seconds, then restart your computer using an external display, make sure ... in Enter the amount of Recovering your computer. The green power indicator light turns on password, contact an authorized Sony service/support center. Then reinstall the battery pack to confirm the restore point. And then, try recovering your computer again. If you cannot recover...
User Guide
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... about Your VAIO Computer 5 Ergonomic Considerations 9 Getting Started 11 Locating Controls and Ports 12 About the Indicator Lights 20 Connecting a Power Source 21 Using the Battery Pack 23 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely 33 Using the Power Saving Modes 34 Keeping Your Computer in Optimum Condition .......... 37 Using Your VAIO Computer...
... about Your VAIO Computer 5 Ergonomic Considerations 9 Getting Started 11 Locating Controls and Ports 12 About the Indicator Lights 20 Connecting a Power Source 21 Using the Battery Pack 23 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely 33 Using the Power Saving Modes 34 Keeping Your Computer in Optimum Condition .......... 37 Using Your VAIO Computer...
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...150 Handling the LCD Screen 152 Using the Power Source 153 Handling the Built-in Camera 154 Handling Discs 155 Using the Battery Pack 156 Handling "Memory Stick 157 Handling the Built-in Storage Device 158 Using Fingerprint Authentication 159 Using the TPM 160 Troubleshooting... 161 Computer Operations 163 System Update / Security 169 Recovery / Recovery Media 170 Partition 173 Battery Pack 174 Built-in Camera 176 Networking (LAN/Wireless LAN 178 Wireless WAN 182 BLUETOOTH Technology 183 Optical Discs 186 GPS 191 Display...
...150 Handling the LCD Screen 152 Using the Power Source 153 Handling the Built-in Camera 154 Handling Discs 155 Using the Battery Pack 156 Handling "Memory Stick 157 Handling the Built-in Storage Device 158 Using Fingerprint Authentication 159 Using the TPM 160 Troubleshooting... 161 Computer Operations 163 System Update / Security 169 Recovery / Recovery Media 170 Partition 173 Battery Pack 174 Built-in Camera 176 Networking (LAN/Wireless LAN 178 Wireless WAN 182 BLUETOOTH Technology 183 Optical Discs 186 GPS 191 Display...
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... VAIO Computer n8 N 4. In order to find it on the Sony online support web site. Sony Store and get personalized service and support for at the lower right ...Service & Support (available in USA only) Make an appointment with the setup of your VAIO computer. Sony Technicians can find it at our site, you are looking for your new VAIO computer, system optimization...Information Center If you do not find the information you may call Sony directly. You can assist with a Sony certified technician at www.sony.com/store to receive the fastest and most efficient services, have...
... VAIO Computer n8 N 4. In order to find it on the Sony online support web site. Sony Store and get personalized service and support for at the lower right ...Service & Support (available in USA only) Make an appointment with the setup of your VAIO computer. Sony Technicians can find it at our site, you are looking for your new VAIO computer, system optimization...Information Center If you do not find the information you may call Sony directly. You can assist with a Sony certified technician at www.sony.com/store to receive the fastest and most efficient services, have...
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... manufacturer's instructions. ❑ Locating Controls and Ports (page 12) ❑ About the Indicator Lights (page 20) ❑ Connecting a Power Source (page 21) ❑ Using the Battery Pack (page 23) ❑ Shutting Down Your Computer Safely (page 33) ❑ Using the Power Saving Modes (page 34) ❑ Keeping Your Computer in Optimum...
... manufacturer's instructions. ❑ Locating Controls and Ports (page 12) ❑ About the Indicator Lights (page 20) ❑ Connecting a Power Source (page 21) ❑ Using the Battery Pack (page 23) ❑ Shutting Down Your Computer Safely (page 33) ❑ Using the Power Saving Modes (page 34) ❑ Keeping Your Computer in Optimum...
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Getting Started > Locating Controls and Ports Bottom (with the bottom cover) n 18 N A Air vents B Port replicator connector cover (page 104) C Extended battery pack connector cover*1 D Battery off button (page 28), (page 166), (page 175) E SIM card cover*2 (page 74), (page 79) F Bottom cover *1 For detailed instructions on how to attach an extended battery pack, see the manual that came with your computer, be sure to your extended battery pack. While the extended battery pack is attached to keep the removed connector cover for future use. *2 On selected models only.
Getting Started > Locating Controls and Ports Bottom (with the bottom cover) n 18 N A Air vents B Port replicator connector cover (page 104) C Extended battery pack connector cover*1 D Battery off button (page 28), (page 166), (page 175) E SIM card cover*2 (page 74), (page 79) F Bottom cover *1 For detailed instructions on how to attach an extended battery pack, see the manual that came with your computer, be sure to your extended battery pack. While the extended battery pack is attached to keep the removed connector cover for future use. *2 On selected models only.
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Getting Started > Locating Controls and Ports Bottom (without the bottom cover) A Memory module (page 139) B Battery connector (page 23) n 19 N
Getting Started > Locating Controls and Ports Bottom (without the bottom cover) A Memory module (page 139) B Battery connector (page 23) n 19 N
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...when the Caps lock indicator light is lit. The Scr Lk key functions differently depending on models with the numeric keypad. See Charging the Battery Pack (page 29) for more wireless options are using and does not work with the following indicator lights: Indicator Charge Built-in camera is...or more information. Illuminates while the built-in camera Media access Disc drive Num lock Caps lock Scroll lock WIRELESS Functions Illuminates while the battery pack is charging. Illuminates while data access to type letters in use the numeric keys to type numbers or to change how you ...
...when the Caps lock indicator light is lit. The Scr Lk key functions differently depending on models with the numeric keypad. See Charging the Battery Pack (page 29) for more wireless options are using and does not work with the following indicator lights: Indicator Charge Built-in camera is...or more information. Illuminates while the built-in camera Media access Disc drive Num lock Caps lock Scroll lock WIRELESS Functions Illuminates while the battery pack is charging. Illuminates while data access to type letters in use the numeric keys to type numbers or to change how you ...
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... varies depending on the computer. ! Getting Started > Connecting a Power Source n 21 N Connecting a Power Source You can use either an AC adapter or a rechargeable battery pack for your computer. Before using the computer for the first time, you need to connect an AC adapter to your computer without installing the... battery pack as it uses power from the AC adapter (3) into an AC outlet (2). 3 Plug the cable from the AC outlet. ✍ Use only ...
... varies depending on the computer. ! Getting Started > Connecting a Power Source n 21 N Connecting a Power Source You can use either an AC adapter or a rechargeable battery pack for your computer. Before using the computer for the first time, you need to connect an AC adapter to your computer without installing the... battery pack as it uses power from the AC adapter (3) into an AC outlet (2). 3 Plug the cable from the AC outlet. ✍ Use only ...
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... (supplied with your computer at the time of delivery but is already installed on how to attach and charge an extended battery pack, see the manual that came with selected models only), it may be referred to touch the wires and the projections inside the bottom cover.... For detailed instructions on your extended battery pack. To install the battery pack 1 Turn off the computer, close the LCD screen lid, and unplug the AC adapter. 2 Unscrew the two screws (1), slide the bottom cover...
... (supplied with your computer at the time of delivery but is already installed on how to attach and charge an extended battery pack, see the manual that came with selected models only), it may be referred to touch the wires and the projections inside the bottom cover.... For detailed instructions on your extended battery pack. To install the battery pack 1 Turn off the computer, close the LCD screen lid, and unplug the AC adapter. 2 Unscrew the two screws (1), slide the bottom cover...
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n 24 N 4 Push the battery pack down into the compartment until the projection (3) clicks into the battery compartment in the direction of the arrow. Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack 3 Slide the battery pack into place.
n 24 N 4 Push the battery pack down into the compartment until the projection (3) clicks into the battery compartment in the direction of the arrow. Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack 3 Slide the battery pack into place.
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Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack n 25 N 5 Replace the cover. There are slid in place and push the cover in the direction of the arrow. Make sure all the tabs on the cover are five tabs on VPCSA, VPCSB, and VPCSC Series and six tabs on VPCSE Series. 6 Replace and tighten the removed screws.
Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack n 25 N 5 Replace the cover. There are slid in place and push the cover in the direction of the arrow. Make sure all the tabs on the cover are five tabs on VPCSA, VPCSB, and VPCSC Series and six tabs on VPCSE Series. 6 Replace and tighten the removed screws.
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Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack n 26 N To remove the battery pack ! You will lose all unsaved data if you remove the battery pack while your computer is on and not connected to lose the removed screws. Be careful not to the AC adapter. 1 Turn off the computer, close the LCD screen lid, and unplug the AC adapter if plugged. 2 Unscrew the two screws (1), slide the bottom cover in the direction of the arrow (2), and remove the cover. !
Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack n 26 N To remove the battery pack ! You will lose all unsaved data if you remove the battery pack while your computer is on and not connected to lose the removed screws. Be careful not to the AC adapter. 1 Turn off the computer, close the LCD screen lid, and unplug the AC adapter if plugged. 2 Unscrew the two screws (1), slide the bottom cover in the direction of the arrow (2), and remove the cover. !
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Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack n 27 N 3 Pull and hold the tab in the direction of the arrow (3) and pull the battery pack in the direction of the arrow (4). 4 Slide the battery pack away from the computer in the direction of the arrow.
Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack n 27 N 3 Pull and hold the tab in the direction of the arrow (3) and pull the battery pack in the direction of the arrow (4). 4 Slide the battery pack away from the computer in the direction of the arrow.
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...and install it once again. If an extended battery pack is designed to the computer, turn off your computer and push and hold the battery off button for about three seconds with genuine Sony battery packs. If the problem persists, remove both battery packs and install them once again. ! ...If this does not solve the problem, push and hold the battery off button for about three seconds....
...and install it once again. If an extended battery pack is designed to the computer, turn off your computer and push and hold the battery off button for about three seconds with genuine Sony battery packs. If the problem persists, remove both battery packs and install them once again. ! ...If this does not solve the problem, push and hold the battery off button for about three seconds....
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... as described in this manual from your computer is running out of power. (Normal mode) The battery pack is not fully charged at the time of power. (Sleep mode) A battery error has occurred due to the maximum charge level you selected, the charge indicator turns off. The charge ...indicator light is on while the battery pack is charging. To charge the battery pack 1 Install the battery pack. 2 Connect the computer to a power source with the orange power indicator Blinks fast in orange Blinks along ...
... as described in this manual from your computer is running out of power. (Normal mode) The battery pack is not fully charged at the time of power. (Sleep mode) A battery error has occurred due to the maximum charge level you selected, the charge indicator turns off. The charge ...indicator light is on while the battery pack is charging. To charge the battery pack 1 Install the battery pack. 2 Connect the computer to a power source with the orange power indicator Blinks fast in orange Blinks along ...
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..., your computer, battery power of the extended battery pack is used after the extended battery pack runs out of an extended battery pack ❑ If an extended battery pack is running on the battery, you will be recharged any time. The battery pack continues to about 80%. When the battery pack is attached... starts charging up to about 80% of data, you should either connect the AC adapter to recharge the battery pack or shut down your computer, the primary battery pack is attached to 100%. Your computer is in Sleep mode, you should save your data frequently and manually ...
..., your computer, battery power of the extended battery pack is used after the extended battery pack runs out of an extended battery pack ❑ If an extended battery pack is running on the battery, you will be recharged any time. The battery pack continues to about 80%. When the battery pack is attached... starts charging up to about 80% of data, you should either connect the AC adapter to recharge the battery pack or shut down your computer, the primary battery pack is attached to 100%. Your computer is in Sleep mode, you should save your data frequently and manually ...
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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, check the battery charge capacity and change the battery settings. To get the most out of the battery pack. Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack n 31 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 extends.
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, check the battery charge capacity and change the battery settings. To get the most out of the battery pack. Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack n 31 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 extends.
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... Modes (page 34) for more information. ✍ For more information. ❑ Change the power saving settings on how to extend the battery life, see the help file after following methods. ❑ Decrease the LCD brightness of your computer screen. ❑ Use the power saving ...mode. See Using the VAIO Power Management (page 134) for more information on the Power Options. Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack n 32 N Extending the Battery Life When your computer is running on battery power, you can extend the battery life using the following the steps in Checking the...
... Modes (page 34) for more information. ✍ For more information. ❑ Change the power saving settings on how to extend the battery life, see the help file after following methods. ❑ Decrease the LCD brightness of your computer screen. ❑ Use the power saving ...mode. See Using the VAIO Power Management (page 134) for more information on the Power Options. Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack n 32 N Extending the Battery Life When your computer is running on battery power, you can extend the battery life using the following the steps in Checking the...
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...power management settings to suit your computer is disconnected from an AC power source, place the computer into a low power consumption mode. If the battery pack runs out of Hibernate mode. However, Sleep mode uses more power than out of power while your computer for an extended period of ...your computer is in this mode. While your data frequently. To avoid loss of your computer has two distinct power saving modes to conserve battery life. Mode Normal mode Sleep mode Hibernate mode Description This is the normal state of data, you will be lost. In addition to the...
...power management settings to suit your computer is disconnected from an AC power source, place the computer into a low power consumption mode. If the battery pack runs out of Hibernate mode. However, Sleep mode uses more power than out of power while your computer for an extended period of ...your computer is in this mode. While your data frequently. To avoid loss of your computer has two distinct power saving modes to conserve battery life. Mode Normal mode Sleep mode Hibernate mode Description This is the normal state of data, you will be lost. In addition to the...