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3 Plug the cable from the AC adapter (3) into the DC IN port (4) on the computer. ! The shape of the DC In plug varies depending on the AC adapter. Getting Started > Connecting a Power Source n 19 N . To disconnect your computer completely from an AC power source, unplug the AC adapter from the AC outlet. Make sure that an AC outlet is easily accessible. If you do not intend to use your computer for an extended period of time, place the computer into Hibernate mode. See Using Hibernate Mode (page 30). Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack n 20 N Using the Battery Pack The battery pack is already installed on your computer at the time of delivery but is not fully charged. ! Do not use your computer without installing the battery pack as it may cause the computer to malfunction. 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 switches (1) inward. Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack n 21 N Place the battery pack into the battery compartment until the projection (2) on either side of the battery pack fits into the U-shaped cut (3) on either side of the battery compartment. Push down the circled area on the battery pack illustrated below until the battery pack clicks into place. Slide the battery LOCK switches outward to secure the battery pack on the computer. Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack n 22 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 the AC adapter. 1 Turn off the computer and close the LCD screen lid. 2 Slide the battery LOCK switches (1) inward. 3 Slide and hold the battery RELEASE latch (2) inward, put your fingertip underneath the tab (3) on the battery pack, and lift the battery pack in the direction of the arrow, and then slide it away from the computer. ! For your safety, it is highly recommended that you use genuine Sony rechargeable battery packs and AC adapters that meet the quality assurance standard, supplied by Sony for your VAIO computer. Some VAIO computers may only function with a genuine Sony battery pack. Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack n 23 N Charging the Battery Pack The battery pack supplied with your computer is not fully charged at the time of delivery. To charge the battery pack 1 Install the battery pack. 2 Connect the computer to a power source with the AC adapter. The charge indicator light is on while the battery pack is charging. When the battery pack charges close to the maximum charge level you selected, the charge indicator turns off. Charge indicator status Meaning Lit in orange The battery pack is charging. Blinks along with the green power indicator The battery pack is running out of power. (Normal mode) Blinks along with the orange power indicator The battery pack is running out of power. (Sleep mode) Blinks fast in orange A battery error has occurred due to a failed battery pack or an unlocked battery pack. ! Charge the battery pack as described in this manual from your first battery charge. Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack n 24 N . Keep the battery pack in your computer while it is directly connected to an AC power source. The battery pack continues to charge while you are using the computer. When the battery pack is running out of power and both the charge and power indicator lights blink, you should either connect the AC adapter to recharge the battery pack or shut down your computer and install a fully charged battery pack. Your computer is supplied with a lithium ion battery pack and can be recharged any time. Charging a partially discharged battery pack does not affect the life of battery. While some software applications or peripheral devices are in use, your computer may not enter Hibernate mode even when the remaining battery life becomes short. To avoid loss of data while the computer is running on the battery, you should save your data frequently and manually activate a power management mode, such as Sleep or Hibernate. If the battery pack runs out of power while the computer is in Sleep mode, you will lose all unsaved data. Going back to the previous work state is impossible. To avoid loss of data, you should save your data frequently. Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack n 25 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, check the battery charge capacity and change the battery settings. 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. Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack n 26 N Extending the Battery Life When your computer is running on battery power, you can extend the battery ...
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