✍There is a ventilation slot located near the USB connector. Do not cover the ventilation slot when the computer is on.
1phone line jack(page56)5monitor/VGA connector(page64)
2USB(page72)6Ethernet connector(page77)
3serial connector7USB port(page72)
4printer connector(page73)8DC In connector(page18)
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Bottom
1release lever(page40)
2tilt stands(page11)
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Connecting a power source
You can use either an AC adapter or a rechargeable battery pack as a power source.
Using the AC adapter
To use the AC adapter, proceed as follows:
1Plug the cable attached to the AC adapter (1) into the DC In connector (2) on the computer.
2Plug one end of the power cord (3) into the AC adapter.
3Plug the other end of the power cord into an AC outlet.
✍Use your notebook only with the supplied AC adapter.
To disconnect your notebook completely from mains voltage, unplug the AC adapter.
Make sure that the socket outlet is easily accessible.
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Using the battery pack
You can use one or two batteries as a source of power. You can insert the second battery pack into the multi-purpose
bay on the right side of the computer. Additional battery packs are available as a separate option.
The battery pack supplied with your computer is not fully charged at the time of purchase.
Inserting the battery pack
To insert the battery pack, proceed as follows:
1Open the cover of the battery bay.
2Insert the battery pack with the label facing down into the battery bay on the left side of the computer.
3Close the cover of the battery bay until it clicks.
✍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.
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Charging the battery pack
To charge the battery pack, proceed as follows:
1Connect the AC adapter to the computer.
2Insert the battery pack.
The computer automatically charges the battery (1) (the battery indicator (2) light flashes in a double blink pattern
as the battery charges). When the battery is 85% full, the battery indicator light turns off. This process takes
approximately 2.5 hours if your notebook is on. To charge the battery completely, continue charging for an
additional hour.
There are two battery indicator lights on the computer:
1 Indicates the status of the battery pack in the battery bay on the left side of the computer.
2 Indicates the status of the battery pack in the multi-purpose bay on the right side of the computer.
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✍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 computer.
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.
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, the battery indicator starts flashing.
For some software applications and some peripheral devices, your computer may not enter Hibernate mode 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.
battery indicator light statusmeaning
OnThe computer is using battery power.
Single blinkThe battery is running out of power.
Double blinkThe battery is charging.
OffThe computer is using AC power.
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Removing the battery pack
To remove the battery pack, proceed as follows:
1Turn off the computer.
2Open the cover of the battery bay.
3Pull out the battery pack.
4Close the cover of the battery bay.
✍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 the computer
is in Standby mode.
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Using the second battery pack
You can purchase a second rechargeable battery pack. With two battery packs, you can extend the time you use your
computer with battery power. When using two battery packs, the battery pack you insert first, charges first. The
battery pack you insert second, charges when the first battery pack is 85 percent full. You can monitor which battery
pack is charging by observing the battery indicator lights.
Inserting the second battery pack
To insert a second battery pack, proceed as follows:
1If the weight saver is in the multi-purpose bay (1), remove the device.
2Insert the battery pack (2) into the multi-purpose bay.
The battery 2 indicator light turns on.
3Attach the weight saver (3) to the computer to stabilize the battery pack.
4Slide the eject lever on the bottom of the weight saver toward the front of the computer to lock it.
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✍If you attach two battery packs, you can remove one of them without shutting down the computer. When removing one battery pack, make sure that the other
battery pack indicator is on. If the indicator of the battery pack your are going to remove is on, right-click the battery icon in the system tray and click the Switch
Discharge Battery option.
Charging the second battery pack
To charge the second battery pack, proceed as follows:
1Keep the battery pack (1-3) in the computer while it is connected to AC power.
The battery indicator (2) flashes while the battery is charging.
2When the battery indicator stops flashing, the battery is fully charged.
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Removing the second battery pack
To remove the second battery pack, proceed as follows:
1Slide the eject lever on the bottom of the weight saver, in the direction of arrow 1.
2Slide the release lever on the bottom of the computer in the direction of arrow 2.
3Remove the weight saver.
4Pull out the battery pack.
5Reinsert the weight saver.
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Starting your notebook
To start your computer, proceed as follows:
1Slide the LCD lock lever (1) in the direction of the arrow, and lift the cover.
2Press the power button (2) of the computer until the green power indicator (3) light turns on.
3If necessary, press <Fn>+<F5> to adjust the brightness controls for the LCD display. To increase the brightness, use
the up or right arrow keys. To decrease, use the down or left arrow keys.
✍<Fn> + <F5> is only possible if Windows is running.
If you press the power button for more than four seconds, the computer will turn off.
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Shutting down your notebook
It is important that you shut down your computer properly so you do not lose unsaved data.
To shut down your computer, proceed as follows:
1Click the Start button on the Windows
®
taskbar.
2Click Turn Off Computer.
The Turn off computer dialog box appears.
3Select Turn Off.
4Wait for your computer to turn off automatically.
The power indicator turns off.
5Turn off any peripheral connected to your computer.
✍Respond to any prompts warning you to save documents.
If you are unable to shut down your computer:
- Close all software in use.
- Remove the PC Cards, if inserted. To do so, right-click the Safely Remove Hardware icon in the taskbar. Select the hardware you want to unplug and click Stop.
- Disconnect any USB devices.
- Then press the <Ctrl>+<Alt>+<Delete> keys at the same time to restart the computer.
If this does not work, you can press the power button for more than four seconds. This will shut down the computer. This operation may result in data loss.
If you want to shut down the computer for a short period only, you can save power by using the Standby mode.
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Registering your notebook
You can take advantage of Sony’s commitment to quality customer support and receive the following benefits by
registering your computer:
❑VAIO-Link – If you are experiencing any problems with your computer, you can check the VAIO-Link web site for
a possible solution:
http://www.vaio-link.com
❑Guarantee – Protect your investment. See the Guarantee sheet for the terms and conditions and refer to your
Customer Service Guide for more information.
To register your Sony notebook, proceed as follows:
1Click on the VAIO Online Registration icon in the Start menu.
2Fill in your Registration card fields.
3Scroll down to the bottom of the form and click Send.
4Click OK.
✍You must connect your phone line before using any online services, including the online registration service.
To access the online Registration web page, you must have a connection to the Internet.
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Using the keyboard
Your keyboard is very similar to a desktop computer’s, but has additional keys that perform specific notebook-related
tasks.
KeysDescriptions
Escape key (1)The <Esc> (Escape) key is used to cancel commands.
Function keys (2)The twelve function keys along the top of the keyboard are used to perform designated
tasks. For example, in many applications, <F1> is the Help key. The task associated with each
function key may vary from one application to the other.
Print Screen key (3)The <Print Screen> key takes an electronic snapshot of the screen and moves it to the
Windows Clipboard. You can then paste the screenshot into a document and print it.
Correction keys (4)The <Insert>, <Back Space> and <Delete> keys enable you to make corrections.
Navigation keys (5) These keys enable you to move the cursor on the screen.
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