Brochure
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... ports. Take it and energy savings when you to easily set your PC's speed automatically.2 See and feel performance with a visible difference. VPCSE13FX/S Step up to the power and portability of the VAIO® S Series laptop plus a host of energy-saving features deliver up to ...5 hours 45 minutes of standard battery life, and up to 11 hours 30 minutes of combined battery life (with optional extended battery)9 the S combines bold design and mobile performance in a way only Sony can even set your couch. Simple yet bold, the S Series ...
... ports. Take it and energy savings when you to easily set your PC's speed automatically.2 See and feel performance with a visible difference. VPCSE13FX/S Step up to the power and portability of the VAIO® S Series laptop plus a host of energy-saving features deliver up to ...5 hours 45 minutes of standard battery life, and up to 11 hours 30 minutes of combined battery life (with optional extended battery)9 the S combines bold design and mobile performance in a way only Sony can even set your couch. Simple yet bold, the S Series ...
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...Off Pointing Device Touchpad (Gesture supported) Accessories Supplied Accessories Internal Lithium Polymer Battery (4400mAh), AC Adapter, Power Cord Colors Color Platinum Silver 1. For some third party software, Sony provides initial support. All other countries. See www.sonystyle.com/pcwarranty for ...details. Maximum battery capacity will normally decrease with this computer may vary based on hardware...
...Off Pointing Device Touchpad (Gesture supported) Accessories Supplied Accessories Internal Lithium Polymer Battery (4400mAh), AC Adapter, Power Cord Colors Color Platinum Silver 1. For some third party software, Sony provides initial support. All other countries. See www.sonystyle.com/pcwarranty for ...details. Maximum battery capacity will normally decrease with this computer may vary based on hardware...
User Manual
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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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...148 Handling the LCD Screen 150 Using the Power Source 151 Handling the Built-in Camera 152 Handling Discs 153 Using the Battery Pack 154 Handling "Memory Stick 155 Handling the Built-in Storage Device 156 Using Fingerprint Authentication 157 Using the TPM 158 Troubleshooting... 159 Computer Operations 161 System Update / Security 167 Recovery / Recovery Media 168 Partition 171 Battery Pack 172 Built-in Camera 174 Networking (LAN/Wireless LAN 176 Wireless WAN 180 BLUETOOTH Technology 181 Optical Discs 184 GPS 189 Display...
...148 Handling the LCD Screen 150 Using the Power Source 151 Handling the Built-in Camera 152 Handling Discs 153 Using the Battery Pack 154 Handling "Memory Stick 155 Handling the Built-in Storage Device 156 Using Fingerprint Authentication 157 Using the TPM 158 Troubleshooting... 159 Computer Operations 161 System Update / Security 167 Recovery / Recovery Media 168 Partition 171 Battery Pack 172 Built-in Camera 174 Networking (LAN/Wireless LAN 176 Wireless WAN 180 BLUETOOTH Technology 181 Optical Discs 184 GPS 189 Display...
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...find the information you are looking for your computer 4 The hardware component or the software program that is the last 7 digits of the problem 5. Sony Technicians can find the contact numbers on your VAIO computer. The serial number is causing the problem 5 A brief description of the number below the... support web site. Visit the web site at a U.S. In order to find it on the bottom, the back panel, or inside the battery compartment of the display on the computer. 2 Your computer's serial number You can find the nearest location. In Store Service & Support (available in...
...find the information you are looking for your computer 4 The hardware component or the software program that is the last 7 digits of the problem 5. Sony Technicians can find the contact numbers on your VAIO computer. The serial number is causing the problem 5 A brief description of the number below the... support web site. Visit the web site at a U.S. In order to find it on the bottom, the back panel, or inside the battery compartment of the display on the computer. 2 Your computer's serial number You can find the nearest location. In Store Service & Support (available in...
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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...
User Manual
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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 164), (page 173) 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 164), (page 173) 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.
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Getting Started > Locating Controls and Ports Bottom (without the bottom cover) A Memory module (page 137) B Battery connector (page 23) n 19 N
Getting Started > Locating Controls and Ports Bottom (without the bottom cover) A Memory module (page 137) B Battery connector (page 23) n 19 N
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... indicator light is unlit, the memory card 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 enabled. Do not place the computer into Sleep mode or turn off while this indicator light is... with the following indicator lights: Indicator Charge Built-in camera Media access Disc drive Num lock Caps lock Scroll lock WIRELESS Functions Illuminates while the battery pack is lit. To activate Num lock mode, press the Fn+Num Lk keys on models without the numeric keypad or the Num Lk key...
... indicator light is unlit, the memory card 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 enabled. Do not place the computer into Sleep mode or turn off while this indicator light is... with the following indicator lights: Indicator Charge Built-in camera Media access Disc drive Num lock Caps lock Scroll lock WIRELESS Functions Illuminates while the battery pack is lit. To activate Num lock mode, press the Fn+Num Lk keys on models without the numeric keypad or the Num Lk key...
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... Connecting a Power Source n 21 N Connecting a Power Source You can use either an AC adapter or a rechargeable battery pack for supplying power to an AC power source and has a battery pack installed, it may cause the computer to your computer. ! Using the AC Adapter While your computer is directly connected... 2 Plug the other end of the DC In plug varies depending on the computer. ! Before using the computer for 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 ...
... Connecting a Power Source n 21 N Connecting a Power Source You can use either an AC adapter or a rechargeable battery pack for supplying power to an AC power source and has a battery pack installed, it may cause the computer to your computer. ! Using the AC Adapter While your computer is directly connected... 2 Plug the other end of the DC In plug varies depending on the computer. ! Before using the computer for 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 ...
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...manual that came with selected models only), it may be referred to as it may cause the computer to distinguish the battery pack which is not fully charged. ! Installing/Removing the Battery Pack ✍ In order to malfunction. Be careful not to lose the removed screws. Do not use 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 ...
...manual that came with selected models only), it may be referred to as it may cause the computer to distinguish the battery pack which is not fully charged. ! Installing/Removing the Battery Pack ✍ In order to malfunction. Be careful not to lose the removed screws. Do not use 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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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. 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.
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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. There are slid in place and push the cover in the direction of the arrow. Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack n 25 N 5 Replace the cover.
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. There are slid in place and push the cover in the direction of the arrow. Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack n 25 N 5 Replace the cover.
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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. ! 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. Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack n 26 N To remove the battery pack !
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. ! 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. Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack n 26 N To remove the battery pack !
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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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..., turn off your computer does not recognize the battery pack, turn off the computer and remove the extended battery pack. If this does not solve the problem, push and hold the battery off button for about three seconds with genuine Sony battery packs. Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack n 28 N ✍ If your computer and push...
..., turn off your computer does not recognize the battery pack, turn off the computer and remove the extended battery pack. If this does not solve the problem, push and hold the battery off button for about three seconds with genuine Sony battery packs. Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack n 28 N ✍ If your computer and push...
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... out of delivery. Charge the battery pack as described in orange Meaning The battery pack is charging. Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack n 29 N Charging the Battery Pack The battery pack supplied with your first battery charge. To charge the battery pack 1 Install the battery pack. 2 Connect the computer ... Charge indicator status Lit in orange Blinks along with the green power indicator Blinks along with the AC adapter. When the battery pack charges close to a power source with the orange power indicator Blinks fast in this manual from your computer is running...
... out of delivery. Charge the battery pack as described in orange Meaning The battery pack is charging. Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack n 29 N Charging the Battery Pack The battery pack supplied with your first battery charge. To charge the battery pack 1 Install the battery pack. 2 Connect the computer ... Charge indicator status Lit in orange Blinks along with the green power indicator Blinks along with the AC adapter. When the battery pack charges close to a power source with the orange power indicator Blinks fast in this manual from your computer is running...
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...while the computer is used after the extended battery pack runs out of its battery capacity. To avoid loss of the extended battery pack is running out of battery. Then, the extended battery pack starts charging to 100%. ❑ If an extended battery pack is attached to charge while you ... using the computer. To avoid loss of power while the computer is running on the battery, you should save your computer, the primary battery pack is impossible. Then, the extended battery pack starts charging up to 100%. Going back to the previous work state is charged first...
...while the computer is used after the extended battery pack runs out of its battery capacity. To avoid loss of the extended battery pack is running out of battery. Then, the extended battery pack starts charging to 100%. ❑ If an extended battery pack is attached to charge while you ... using the computer. To avoid loss of power while the computer is running on the battery, you should save your computer, the primary battery pack is impossible. Then, the extended battery pack starts charging up to 100%. Going back to the previous work state is charged first...
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To get the most out of the battery pack. 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. 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 get the most out of the battery pack. 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. 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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... Saving 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.... 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...
... Saving 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.... 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...