User manual SONY VAIO VPC-EB4AFX/BJ

[. . . ] 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. [. . . ] To enable infrared use, click the infrared icon in the Windows Control Panel and select the Enable infrared communication check box on the Options tab. You can disable infrared communication when you are not using it to conserve battery life. Use the infrared icon in the Windows Control Panel to enable and disable infrared communication. Check the Status tag of the Infrared Monitor in the Windows Control Panel to determine if the infrared device is detected. If the two devices are too far apart or too close together, data transfer may be interrupted or there may be noise in the transmission. Do not cover the infrared ports with your hand or any other object. Avoid direct sunlight, fluorescent light, or flashing incandescent light near the infrared ports. The active area of infrared transmission extends about 39 !/& inches (1 meter) with a radius of approximately 15 degrees. 3 in 9 3/8 (1m) ches Infrared port approximately 15 degrees Using Power Saving Modes 35 Using Power Saving Modes When you use a battery as the source of power for your computer, you can take advantage of power management settings to conserve battery life. In addition to the normal operating mode, which allows you to turn off specific devices, your computer has three distinct power saving modes: System Idle, System Suspend, and System Hibernation. When using battery power, you should be aware that the computer automatically enters System Hibernation mode when the remaining battery charge drops below 5 percent, regardless of the power management setting you select. If the battery level falls below 10 percent, you should either attach the AC adapter to recharge the battery or shut down your computer and insert a fully charged battery. Normal Mode This is the normal state of your computer when it is in use. The green power indicator light is on in this mode. See also "To charge the battery pack" on page 10 for more information. Battery indicators Second battery pack (not supplied) Battery pack (supplied) To determine the amount of time the battery lasts, see Displaying Battery Information in the online document Customizing Your VAIO Notebook Computer. Using a Second Battery Pack To remove the second battery pack 39 If you attach two battery packs, you can remove either of them without shutting down the computer. When removing one battery pack, make sure that the other battery pack's indicator light is on. If the indicator light of the battery pack you are removing is on, right-click the battery icon on the task tray and click the "Switch discharge battery" option. 1 There is a Release lever on the bottom of the weight saver. To remove the battery pack, slide this lever in the direction of arrow 1, then slide the RELEASE lever on the bottom of the computer in the direction of arrow 2. Arrow 2: RELEASE lever Arrow 1: Weight saver Release lever 2 3 Remove the weight saver, and then pull out the battery pack. See "Using the Weight Saver" on page 40. 40 VAIO Notebook Computer User Guide Using the Weight Saver The weight saver protects the multipurpose bay when it is empty. To attach the weight saver 1 2 If another device is in the multipurpose bay, remove the device. See "To remove the floppy disk drive" on page 24 or "To remove the second battery pack" on page 39. Fold out the hinged arm of the weight saver and then push on the hinged arm to lock it into place. Slide the weight saver in the direction of the arrow until it clicks. Weight saver (supplied) 3 Manually lock the weight saver's Release lever. Using the Weight Saver To remove the Weight Saver 41 1 There is a release lever on the bottom of the weight saver. To remove the weight saver, slide this lever in the direction of arrow 1, then slide the Release lever on the bottom of the computer in the direction of arrow 2. Arrow 1: Weight saver Release lever Arrow 2: Release lever 2 After removing the weight saver, pull out the weight saver's hinged arm and fold it into the weight saver. 42 VAIO Notebook Computer User Guide Connecting Peripheral Devices You can add functionality to your computer by connecting any of these peripherals: u u u u u u u u u u Phone line (page 43) Port replicator (page 44) Printer (page 48) External display (page 49) External mouse or keyboard (page 52) External speakers (page 53) External microphone (page 54) Digital still camera or other serial device (page 55) Digital video camera recorder (page 56) Universal Serial Bus (USB) device (page 57) Before you connect peripherals, turn off the computer and all peripherals. You do not need to turn off your computer to connect USB devices. Connect the power cord only after connecting all cables. Turn on the computer only after turning on all peripherals. Connecting a Phone Line 43 Connecting a Phone Line You need to connect a phone line to take advantage of online services and the Internet. In order to register your Sony VAIO notebook computer, register your software online, and use Sony Customer Support, you must connect to a phone line. [. . . ] Loosen the screw with an appropriate screwdriver. screw 4 5 Touch a metal object (such as the connector panel on the back of your computer) to discharge static electricity. Remove the memory module. 2 Pull the memory module in the direction of the arrow. 1 Pull the tabs in the direction of the arrows. The memory module is released. 6 Tighten the screw on the bottom of the computer. Your computer comes with a memory module installed in the memory slot. To upgrade your memory you will need to remove this module from the slot before installing your upgrade memory. 80 VAIO Notebook Computer User Guide To install a memory module 1 2 3 Follow steps 1 to 4 of "To remove a memory module. " Remove the memory module from its packaging. [. . . ]