User manual SONY VAIO VPC-EB2RFX/W

[. . . ] reserves the right to make any modification to this manual or the information contained herein at any time without notice. The software described herein is governed by the terms of a separate user license agreement. This product contains software owned by Sony and licensed by third parties. Use of such software is subject to the terms and conditions of license agreements enclosed with this product. [. . . ] Protected content is recorded and transferred in an encrypted format to prevent unauthorized duplication or playback. Ensure that the MG Memory Stick media has the MG mark Handling and Storing Memory Stick Media . Follow these guidelines when handling and storing Memory Stick media. Do not touch the contacts on a Memory Stick media with your fingers or any metal object. Use only the labels provided with a Memory Stick media. Avoid dropping, bending, or subjecting it to shock or vibration. Do not attempt to disassemble the Memory Stick media. Avoid using or storing the Memory Stick media in any of the following: Locations subject to high temperatures or direct sunlight (i. e. the interior of a vehicle parked in bright sunlight). Locations exposed to high humidity or corrosive substances. Locations that are subject to static electricity or electrical noise generated by large appliances or office equipment. When transporting or storing a Memory Stick media, always use its storage case. Always backup important data that is stored on a Memory Stick media. Do not remove the media when the indicator light is on. Only MGTM Memory Stick media can be used with copyright protected data like music. 58 Using Memory Stick Media Inserting a Memory Stick Media Insert the Memory Stick media into the media slot on the left side of the computer until it clicks into place. You can also use PowerPanel utility to enter System Idle mode. To return to normal mode: Press any key. System Suspend Mode The computer saves the current state of the system in RAM and switches off power to the CPU. The power indicator light flashes in amber while in this mode. To activate System Suspend mode Press Fn+Esc. You can also use the PowerPanel utility to enter System Suspend mode. To return to normal mode Press any key. System Hibernation Mode The state of the system is saved on the hard drive and power is turned off. The power indicator light is off in this mode. 64 Using Power Saving Modes To activate System Hibernation mode To activate System Hibernation mode, press the key combination Fn+F12. (Windows 2000 Professional) the Save to Disk Manager message appears, and then the computer enters System Hibernation mode. Do not move the notebook until its power indicator light turns off. To return to normal mode Turn on the computer by sliding the power switch forward. The computer returns to its previous state. When returning from System Hibernation mode, the system status stored on the hard disk is erased and the computer starts normally if you slide the power switch forward and hold for more than four seconds. Time to return to normal mode: System Idle requires less time than System Suspend, and System Suspend requires less time than System Hibernation. Power consumption: System Idle uses more power than System Suspend, and System Suspend uses more power than System Hibernation. Notes on Power Management Using Power Management If you find that an application exhibits unexpected behavior (such as reduced video quality) after returning from a power saving mode, you should close that application before your computer enters a power saving mode. For maximum audio and video performance, use PowerPanel to select either the AC Power Profile or the Power Management Off profile. If your battery level falls to less than 10 percent, you should either attach the AC adapter to recharge the battery or shut down your computer and insert a fully charged battery. 65 VAIO Notebook User Guide When the internal backup battery is low on power, it may not be able to boot your system properly. You can correct this situation as follows: Plug in the AC adapter and allow the computer to charge for one hour while the power is on. Do not use the computer during this time. After one hour, turn the power off and then on again. [. . . ] When you have questions about your computer and the preinstalled software, check these sources for answers, in the following sequence: 1 VAIO Notebook User Guide The User Guide (this manual) contains information on how to get the most from your computer, find help, and solve common problems. It also contains product specifications. Customizing Your VAIO Notebook The electronic document contains additional information on customizing your computer. You can access this guide from the Windows Start menu by selecting Programs and then VAIO User Manual. [. . . ]