Votes - 3, Average rating: 3.3
(
)
)
|
Other manuals for this model:
manual abstract
Hardware Guide Using your VAIO computer 17 . When the battery is running out of power, both the battery and power indicators blink. Keep the battery pack in the computer while it is directly connected to AC power. The battery pack continues to charge while you are using the nNcomputer. If the battery level falls below 10%, you should either attach the AC adapter to recharge the battery or shut down your computer and insert a fully charged battery. You can extend battery life by changing the power management modes in the PowerPanel utility. The battery pack supplied with your computer is a lithium ion battery and can be recharged any time. Charging a partially discharged battery does not affect battery life. The battery indicator light is on while you use the battery pack as a power source. When the battery life is nearly depleted, both the battery and power indicators start flashing. For some software applications and some peripheral devices, your computer may not enter Hibernate mode even when battery life is low. To avoid loss of data when using battery power, you should save your data frequently and manually activate a power management mode, such as Standby or Hibernate. When the computer is directly connected to AC power and has a battery pack inserted in the battery bay, it uses power from the AC outlet. Using your VAIO computer 18 Removing the battery pack To remove the battery pack, proceed as follows: 1 Turn off the computer and close the cover. 2 Slide the lock lever (1) to the Unlock position. 3 Slide and hold the release lever (2) as indicated and slide the battery away from the computer. nN PCG-TR series: Hardware Guide PCG-Z1, PCG-V505 series: Using your VAIO computer 19 . You can remove the battery pack without turning off the computer if it is connected to the mains voltage (AC adapter) . Close the cover before you remove the battery pack. You may lose data if you remove the battery pack while the computer is on and not connected to the AC adapter or if you remove the battery while nN the computer is in Standby mode. Hardware Guide Hardware Guide Using your VAIO computer 20 Setting up your computer with Sony Notebook Setup The Sony Notebook Setup utility allows you to consult system information, specify preferences for system nNbehaviour, and set up password protection for your VAIO computer. To use Sony Notebook Setup, proceed as follows: 1 Click the Start button on the Windows taskbar. 2 In All Programs, select Sony Notebook Setup and then click Sony Notebook Setup. The Sony Notebook Setup window appears. Tab Description About This Computer Displays system information, including memory capacity, serial number, and BIOS version. Initial Setting Selects the drive and device order you wish to use for loading the operating system. You can specify the hard drive as well as other drives inserted into your computer. You can change the volume of the sounds played while the operating system is loading. Power On Password Sets the password to secure your computer. If you use this option, remember the password at all times. If you forget the password, you cannot change this setting anymore, and you will not be able to start your computer. Device Disables ports or devices to release resources to the system. To change the port settings, select a port and click Settings in the Device tab. Bass boost Turns the Bass Boost function on/off ( only with headphones) . You can also check the effect of the Bass Boost function by selecting a sound file sample and playing it. P1 P2 buttons Sets the functions from a drop-down list for the P1/P2 buttons located next to the keyboard. Select External Display and click Advanced to set up the display options*. . Depending on your model. Read the printed Specifications document for more 3 Select the tab for the item you want to change. Using your VAIO computer 21 4 Once finished, click OK. The item has been changed. . For more information about each option, click Help on the Sony Notebook Setup screen to display the help file. If you open Sony Notebook Setup as a limited user, then only the About This Computer tab will be visible. nN Hardware Guide Hardware Guide Using your VAIO computer 22 Shutting down your computer safely It is important that you shut down your computer properly so you do not lose unsaved data. nN To shut down your computer, proceed as follows: 1 Turn off any peripherals connected to your computer. 2 Click the Start button. 3 Click Turn Off Computer. The Turn off computer window appears. 4 Click Turn Off. 5 Respond to any prompts warning you to save documents or to consider other users and wait for your computer to turn off automatically. The power indicator turns off. . See the printed Troubleshooting guide if you have problems shutting down your computer. Using your VAIO computer 23 Using the keyboard Your keyboard is very similar to a desktop computer’s, but has additional keys that perform specific nN notebook-related tasks. For more information on ...
Other models in this manual:Notebooks and Netbooks - PCG-TR2MP (1.7 mb)
Notebooks and Netbooks - PCG-V505DP (1.7 mb)
Notebooks and Netbooks - PCG-Z1XEP (1.7 mb)
Notebooks and Netbooks - PCG-Z1XMP (1.7 mb)