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The best way to protect your computer against security threats, such as viruses, is to download and install the latest Windows updates regularly. You can get important Windows updates by doing the following: ! Your computer must be connected to the Internet to download the updates. 1 Click Start and Control Panel. 2 Click System and Security. 3 Click Action Center. 4 Follow the on-screen instructions to set up automatic or scheduled updates. Troubleshooting > System Update / Security n124 N How do I keep my antivirus software updated? You can keep the McAfee software program current with the latest updates from McAfee, Inc. To download and install the latest security updates, follow these steps: ! Your computer must be connected to the Internet to download the updates. 1 Click Start, All Programs, McAfee, and McAfee SecurityCenter. 2 Click the button located at the upper left corner of the window to update the software. 3 Follow the on-screen instructions to download updates. See the help file included with your software program for more information. Troubleshooting > Recovery n125 N Recovery How can I create recovery discs? You can create recovery discs using the VAIO Recovery Center. The discs are used to restore your computer system to its factory default settings. To create the discs, click Start, All Programs, VAIO Recovery Center, and Create Recovery Discs. ! If your computer is not equipped with a built-in optical disc drive, you need to connect an external optical disc drive (not supplied). See the Recovery and Troubleshooting Guide for more information. How can I restore my computer system to its factory default settings? There are two ways to recover your computer system: from recovery discs or from a recovery partition. See the Recovery and Troubleshooting Guide for more information. How can I reinstall the original software and drivers? You can restore the preinstalled software and drivers using the VAIO Recovery Center. To restore them, click Start, All Programs, VAIO Recovery Center, and Reinstall Programs or Drivers. See the Recovery and Troubleshooting Guide for more information. Troubleshooting > Recovery n126 N How do I check the volume of the recovery partition? Your built-in storage device contains the recovery partition where the data for the system recovery is stored. To check the volume of the recovery partition, follow these steps: 1 Click Start, right-click Computer, and select Manage. 2 Click Disk Management under Storage in the left pane. The volume of the recovery partition and the total volume of the C drive are displayed in the Disk 0 row in the center pane. Troubleshooting > Battery Pack n127 N Battery Pack How do I find the battery charging status? You can check the charge indicator for the battery charging status. See Charging the Battery Pack (page 22) for more information. When is my computer using AC power? When your computer is connected to an AC outlet with the AC adapter, it uses AC power, even if the battery pack is installed. When should I recharge the battery pack? Recharge the battery pack when: . The battery pack is running out of power and both the charge and power indicator lights blink. . You have not used the battery pack for an extended period of time. When should I replace the battery pack? If the battery pack quickly runs out of power after being fully charged, it may be reaching the end of its life and should be replaced. Should I be concerned that the installed battery pack is warm? No, it is normal for the battery pack to be warm while it is powering your computer. Troubleshooting > Battery Pack n128 N Can my computer enter Hibernate mode while running on battery power? Your computer can enter Hibernate mode while running on battery power, but some software programs and peripheral devices prevent the system from entering Hibernate mode. If you are using a program that prevents the system from entering Hibernate mode, save your data frequently to avoid losing data. See Using Hibernate Mode (page 28) for information on how you can manually activate Hibernate mode. Why can't I fully charge my battery pack? The battery care function is enabled to extend the life of your battery pack on the VAIO Control Center. Check the settings on the VAIO Control Center. What should I do if a message appears notifying of either incompatibility or the improper installation of the battery pack and my computer then enters Hibernate mode? . This problem could be due to the battery pack not being installed properly. To solve this problem, turn off your computer and remove the battery pack. Then reinstall the battery pack to the computer. For details, see Installing/Removing the Battery Pack (page 19). . If the problem persists, it means the installed battery pack is not compatible. Remove the battery pack and contact VAIO- Link. Troubleshooting > Built-in Camera n129 N Built-in Camera Why does the viewfinder show no images or poor-quality images? . The built-in camera cannot be...
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