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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 16 Connecting a Power Source 17 Using the Battery Pack 19 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely 26 Using the Power Saving Modes 27 Updating Your Computer 30 Using Your VAIO Computer 31 Using the... Handling Your Computer 91 Handling the LCD Screen 93 Using the Power Source 94 Handling the Built-in Camera 95 Handling Discs 96 Using the Battery Pack 97 Handling "Memory Stick 98 Handling the Built-in Storage Device 99
... More about Your VAIO Computer 5 Ergonomic Considerations 7 Getting Started 9 Locating Controls and Ports 10 About the Indicator Lights 16 Connecting a Power Source 17 Using the Battery Pack 19 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely 26 Using the Power Saving Modes 27 Updating Your Computer 30 Using Your VAIO Computer 31 Using the... Handling Your Computer 91 Handling the LCD Screen 93 Using the Power Source 94 Handling the Built-in Camera 95 Handling Discs 96 Using the Battery Pack 97 Handling "Memory Stick 98 Handling the Built-in Storage Device 99
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Troubleshooting 100 Computer Operations 102 System Update / Security 109 Recovery 111 Battery Pack 113 Built-in Camera 115 Networking (LAN/Wireless LAN 117 Wireless WAN 120 Bluetooth Technology 121 Optical Discs 125 Display 126 Printing 129 Microphone 130 Speakers 131 Touch Pad 133 Keyboard 134 Floppy Disks 135 Audio/Video 136 "Memory Stick 138 Peripherals 139 Trademarks 140 Notice 142 n3 N
Troubleshooting 100 Computer Operations 102 System Update / Security 109 Recovery 111 Battery Pack 113 Built-in Camera 115 Networking (LAN/Wireless LAN 117 Wireless WAN 120 Bluetooth Technology 121 Optical Discs 125 Display 126 Printing 129 Microphone 130 Speakers 131 Touch Pad 133 Keyboard 134 Floppy Disks 135 Audio/Video 136 "Memory Stick 138 Peripherals 139 Trademarks 140 Notice 142 n3 N
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... find out about the configuration of -the-art computing experience. ! Among those of the Windows 7 operating system. Sony has combined leading-edge technology in this Sony VAIO® computer and welcome to provide you cannot use the following: ❑ Ad-hoc connections of the wireless... LAN function ❑ Multiple Monitors function ❑ Long Battery Life Wallpaper Setting of this manual may not be available ...
... find out about the configuration of -the-art computing experience. ! Among those of the Windows 7 operating system. Sony has combined leading-edge technology in this Sony VAIO® computer and welcome to provide you cannot use the following: ❑ Ad-hoc connections of the wireless... LAN function ❑ Multiple Monitors function ❑ Long Battery Life Wallpaper Setting of this manual may not be available ...
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... serial number is located on the VAIO-Link web site. In case 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.
... serial number is located on the VAIO-Link web site. In case 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 16) ❑ Connecting a Power Source (page 17) ❑ Using the Battery Pack (page 19) ❑ Shutting Down Your Computer Safely (page 26) ❑ Using the Power Saving Modes (page 27) ❑ Updating Your Computer (page 30) 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 16) ❑ Connecting a Power Source (page 17) ❑ Using the Battery Pack (page 19) ❑ Shutting Down Your Computer Safely (page 26) ❑ Using the Power Saving Modes (page 27) ❑ Updating Your Computer (page 30) n9 N
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n 12 N Getting Started > Locating Controls and Ports Back A SIM card slot* (page 54) B Battery connector (page 19) * On models with the wireless WAN function.
n 12 N Getting Started > Locating Controls and Ports Back A SIM card slot* (page 54) B Battery connector (page 19) * On models with the wireless WAN function.
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...all programs. Illuminates while one or more information. Press the Num Lk key to the built-in storage device is in uppercase. Illuminates while the battery pack is turned off or enters Hibernate mode. Illuminates while data access to a memory card, such as "Memory Stick" and an SD memory...is charging. Press it a second time to turn it off . Press the key a second time to deactivate the numeric keypad. See Charging the Battery Pack (page 23) for more wireless options are using and does not work with the following indicator lights: Indicator Power 1 Charge Built-in MOTION ...
...all programs. Illuminates while one or more information. Press the Num Lk key to the built-in storage device is in uppercase. Illuminates while the battery pack is turned off or enters Hibernate mode. Illuminates while data access to a memory card, such as "Memory Stick" and an SD memory...is charging. Press it a second time to turn it off . Press the key a second time to deactivate the numeric keypad. See Charging the Battery Pack (page 23) for more wireless options are using and does not work with the following indicator lights: Indicator Power 1 Charge Built-in MOTION ...
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To use either an AC adapter or a rechargeable battery pack for your computer. Getting Started > Connecting a Power Source n 17 N Connecting a Power Source You can use the AC adapter 1 Plug one end of the power ... the DC IN port (4) on the AC adapter. Using the AC Adapter While your computer is directly connected to an AC power source and has a battery pack installed, it uses power from the AC adapter (3) into an AC outlet (2). 3 Plug the cable from the AC outlet. ✍ Use only the supplied...
To use either an AC adapter or a rechargeable battery pack for your computer. Getting Started > Connecting a Power Source n 17 N Connecting a Power Source You can use the AC adapter 1 Plug one end of the power ... the DC IN port (4) on the AC adapter. Using the AC Adapter While your computer is directly connected to an AC power source and has a battery pack installed, it uses power from the AC adapter (3) into an AC outlet (2). 3 Plug the cable from the AC outlet. ✍ Use only the supplied...
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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) outward. n 19 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) outward. n 19 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 20 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 cut (3) on either side of the battery pack.
Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack n 20 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 cut (3) on either side of the battery pack.
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n 21 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 21 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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...For safety reasons this computer only functions with genuine Sony battery packs designed for this model. You may lose data if you remove the battery pack while your computer is on and not connected to the AC adapter or if you remove the battery pack while the computer is slightly raised. 4 ...Put your fingertip 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. The battery pack is unlocked and its front-side edge is in the ...
...For safety reasons this computer only functions with genuine Sony battery packs designed for this model. You may lose data if you remove the battery pack while your computer is on and not connected to the AC adapter or if you remove the battery pack while the computer is slightly raised. 4 ...Put your fingertip 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. The battery pack is unlocked and its front-side edge is in the ...
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...charges close to a power source with the AC adapter. The battery pack is running out of power. (Normal mode) The battery pack 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... 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 Meaning The battery pack is charging. Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack n 23 N Charging the Battery Pack The battery pack supplied with your first battery charge. The...
...charges close to a power source with the AC adapter. The battery pack is running out of power. (Normal mode) The battery pack 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... 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 Meaning The battery pack is charging. Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack n 23 N Charging the Battery Pack The battery pack supplied with your first battery charge. The...
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.... You can be recharged any time. Going back to an AC power source. If the battery pack runs out of battery. Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack n 24 N ✍ Keep the battery pack in your computer while it is directly connected to the previous work state is impossible....is in Sleep mode, you should save your computer and install a fully charged battery pack. The battery pack continues to recharge the battery pack or shut down your data frequently. Charging a partially discharged battery pack does not affect the life of power while the computer is supplied with ...
.... You can be recharged any time. Going back to an AC power source. If the battery pack runs out of battery. Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack n 24 N ✍ Keep the battery pack in your computer while it is directly connected to the previous work state is impossible....is in Sleep mode, you should save your computer and install a fully charged battery pack. The battery pack continues to recharge the battery pack or shut down your data frequently. Charging a partially discharged battery pack does not affect the life of power while the computer is supplied with ...
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...(page 85) 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 Battery Pack n 25 N Extending the Battery Life When your computer is running on the Power Options. See Using the... Power Saving Modes (page 27) 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...
...(page 85) 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 Battery Pack n 25 N Extending the Battery Life When your computer is running on the Power Options. See Using the... Power Saving Modes (page 27) 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...
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... computer is in this mode. Sleep mode turns off . The green power indicator light is lit while the computer is impossible. Even when the battery pack runs out of data, you do not intend to the previous work state is in this mode. Your computer comes out of Sleep mode... power, no data will lose all unsaved data. In addition to the normal operating mode, your computer has two distinct power saving modes to conserve battery life. Getting Started > Using the Power Saving Modes n 27 N Using the Power Saving Modes You can take advantage of Hibernate mode. If you should ...
... computer is in this mode. Sleep mode turns off . The green power indicator light is lit while the computer is impossible. Even when the battery pack runs out of data, you do not intend to the previous work state is in this mode. Your computer comes out of Sleep mode... power, no data will lose all unsaved data. In addition to the normal operating mode, your computer has two distinct power saving modes to conserve battery life. Getting Started > Using the Power Saving Modes n 27 N Using the Power Saving Modes You can take advantage of Hibernate mode. If you should ...
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... card is contained within a base plate, about the size of a credit card. ✍ Depending on your computer. 2 Remove the battery pack from the computer. ✍ For detailed instructions, see To remove the battery pack (page 22). 3 Remove the SIM card (1) by pushing it out from the base plate. If the SIM card...
... card is contained within a base plate, about the size of a credit card. ✍ Depending on your computer. 2 Remove the battery pack from the computer. ✍ For detailed instructions, see To remove the battery pack (page 22). 3 Remove the SIM card (1) by pushing it out from the base plate. If the SIM card...
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Be sure to hold your computer firmly before inserting or removing the card. Do not damage the SIM card in any way, either by bending or exerting pressure on the SIM card. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Wireless WAN 4 Insert the SIM card into the SIM card slot with its printed circuit side down. n 56 N ! Do not touch the printed circuit on the card. 5 Reinstall the battery pack. ! Make sure the battery pack is installed properly.
Be sure to hold your computer firmly before inserting or removing the card. Do not damage the SIM card in any way, either by bending or exerting pressure on the SIM card. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Wireless WAN 4 Insert the SIM card into the SIM card slot with its printed circuit side down. n 56 N ! Do not touch the printed circuit on the card. 5 Reinstall the battery pack. ! Make sure the battery pack is installed properly.
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...with the VAIO Power Management Viewer in the Power Options window. To select a power plan 1 Right-click the power status icon on AC or battery power to display the window that shows your desired power plan in the VAIO Control Center. Otherwise, click Save changes. 3 Click the VAIO ...Sleep mode and display settings as needed. 2 If you start the computer, a power status icon appears on the right of your computer and longer battery life. To change the advanced settings, click Change advanced power settings and go to ensure better operation of your power status. Selecting a Power Plan...
...with the VAIO Power Management Viewer in the Power Options window. To select a power plan 1 Right-click the power status icon on AC or battery power to display the window that shows your desired power plan in the VAIO Control Center. Otherwise, click Save changes. 3 Click the VAIO ...Sleep mode and display settings as needed. 2 If you start the computer, a power status icon appears on the right of your computer and longer battery life. To change the advanced settings, click Change advanced power settings and go to ensure better operation of your power status. Selecting a Power Plan...
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Precautions > n 86 N Precautions This section describes safety guidelines and precautions to help you protect your VAIO computer from potential damage. ❑ Safety Information (page 87) ❑ Care and Maintenance Information (page 90) ❑ Handling Your Computer (page 91) ❑ Handling the LCD Screen (page 93) ❑ Using the Power Source (page 94) ❑ Handling the Built-in Camera (page 95) ❑ Handling Discs (page 96) ❑ Using the Battery Pack (page 97) ❑ Handling "Memory Stick" (page 98) ❑ Handling the Built-in Storage Device (page 99)
Precautions > n 86 N Precautions This section describes safety guidelines and precautions to help you protect your VAIO computer from potential damage. ❑ Safety Information (page 87) ❑ Care and Maintenance Information (page 90) ❑ Handling Your Computer (page 91) ❑ Handling the LCD Screen (page 93) ❑ Using the Power Source (page 94) ❑ Handling the Built-in Camera (page 95) ❑ Handling Discs (page 96) ❑ Using the Battery Pack (page 97) ❑ Handling "Memory Stick" (page 98) ❑ Handling the Built-in Storage Device (page 99)