User manual SONY VAIO VPC-F115FM

[. . . ] Macrovision: This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U. S. patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engeneering or dissambly is prohibited. [. . . ] Your computer cannot be connected to a coin-operated telephone, and may not work with multiple phone lines or a private branch exchange (PBX). If you connect the modem to a parallel connected phone line, the modem or the other connected device may not function properly. Some of these connections may result in excess electrical current and could cause a malfunction in the internal modem. Phone cable and connectors are TNV (Telecommunications Network Voltage), according to EN60950. Only DTMP (Dual Tone Multi Frequency) signalling (tone dialling) is supported. Using your notebook Sony notebook user guide nN 51 Using programmable power keys (PPK) Press a programmable power key* to start your favorite software without having to click the shortcuts on the desktop. * Except on PCG-FX101 Use a programmable power key by simply pressing it, or use it in combination with 3 keys on your keyboard: <Shift>, <Ctrl> or <Alt>. When your computer is off, press a PPK, and the system will be powered and launch the appropriate application. The factory settings for the buttons are: P1: opens the Club VAIO Website P2: opens your e-mail application (Outlook Express) P3: puts your machine in Standby mode (Sleep) P1 + <Alt>: opens the VAIO-Link Website The factory settings for the PPK buttons in combination with other keys are: Using your notebook Sony notebook user guide nN 52 P1 + <Shift>: opens the VAIO Website P1 + <Ctrl>: opens Sony Style Website P3 + <Ctrl>: opens the End-User License Agreement 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 two distinct power saving modes: Standby and Hibernate. When using battery power, you should be aware that the computer automatically enters Hibernate mode when the remaining battery charge drops below 7 percent, regardless of the power management setting you select. Or, Using power saving modes If the battery level falls to 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. Using 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. To save power, you can turn off a specific device such as the LCD or the hard disk. Using Standby mode The computer saves the current state of the system in RAM and switches off power to the CPU. Turn on the computer. When you use the port replicator for the first time, the installation of the network drivers starts automatically. When attaching your computer to the port replicator, do not attempt to insert or remove the battery pack. Lifting and turning the computer with the attached port replicator may cause a temporary loss of power. You do not need to use the floppy disk supplied with your port replicator. Connecting peripheral devices Sony notebook user guide nN 58 Disconnecting your computer from the port replicator To disconnect your computer from the port replicator, proceed as follows: 1 2 3 4 Turn off the computer and the connected peripherals. Pull the levers on each side of the port replicator (1) to disengage the computer from the port replicator. Lift the computer away from the port replicator. Close the port replicator connector cover on the bottom of your computer. It is extremely important to close the port replicator connector cover after removing your computer from the port replicator. If the cover is left open, dirt may get inside and damage the computer. To disconnect your port replicator completely from the mains voltage, unplug the AC adapater. Connecting peripheral devices Sony notebook user guide nN 59 Connecting an external display You can connect an external display to your notebook. For example, you can use your computer with the following devices: Computer display (monitor); Multimedia computer display; TV*; Projector. * Only on PCG-FX105K/PCG-FX108K and PCG-FX109K Turn off your computer and the peripherals, unplug the AC adapter and the power cord before connecting the external display. Connect the power cord after connecting all other cables. [. . . ] Wipe off any remaining moisture with a dry soft cloth. Precautions Sony notebook user guide nN 96 On using the battery pack Never leave the battery pack in temperatures above 60° C, such as in a car parked in the sun or under direct sunlight. Battery life is shorter in a cold environment. This is due to decreased battery efficiency at low temperatures. Charge the batteries at temperatures between 10° C to 30° C. [. . . ]