Sony VAIO F22 VPCF22CFX User Manual

121nN Precautions >
Using the Battery Pack
Using the Battery Pack
❑Battery life is shorter in a cold environment. This is due to decreased battery efficiency at low temperatures.
❑Charge battery packs at temperatures between 10°C to 30°C. Lower temperatures require longer charging time.
❑Do not charge the battery pack in any way other than as described in this user guide or as designated by Sony in writing.
❑While the battery pack is in use or being charged, heat builds up in the battery pack. This is...

122nN Precautions >
Handling Memory Stick
Handling Memory Stick
❑Do not touch the Memory Stick connector with your finger or metallic objects.
❑Use only the adhesive label supplied with Memory Stick.
❑Do not bend, drop, or expose Memory Stick.
❑Do not disassemble or modify Memory Stick.
❑Keep Memory Stick dry.
❑Do not use or store Memory Stick in a location subject to:
❑Static electricity
❑Electrical noise
❑Extremely high temperatures, such as in a car parked in the sun
❑Direct sunlight
❑High humidity...

123nN Precautions >
Handling the Built-in Storage Device
Handling the Built-in Storage Device
The built-in storage device (hard disk drive or solid state drive) has a high storage density and reads or writes data in a short 
time. However, it can be easily damaged if improperly used. If the built-in storage device is damaged, the data cannot be 
restored. To prevent losing data, you should be careful when handling your computer.
To avoid damaging your built-in storage device
❑Do not subject your computer...

124nN Troubleshooting >
Troubleshooting
This section describes how to solve common problems you might encounter when using your VAIO computer. Many problems 
have simple solutions. If these suggestions fail to solve your problems, use the VAIO Care. To launch the software, see 
Using the VAIO Care (page 33).
If the problems still cannot be solved and you need assistance, visit the support web sites listed in Finding More about Your 
VA I O  C o m p u t e r  (page 5)
.
Some features and options in this...

125nN Troubleshooting >
❑Touch Pad (page 162)
❑Keyboard (page 163)
❑Floppy Disks (page 164)
❑Audio/Video (page 165)
❑Memory Stick (page 168)
❑Peripherals (page 169) 

126nN Troubleshooting >
Computer Operations
Computer Operations
What should I do if my computer does not start?
❑Make sure your computer is securely plugged into a power source and turned on and the power indicator light is lit.
❑Make sure the battery pack is installed properly and charged.
❑Disconnect all connected USB devices (if any), and then restart your computer.
❑Remove any extra memory modules you may have installed since purchase, and then restart your computer.
❑If your computer is plugged into...

127nN Troubleshooting >
Computer Operations
What should I do if the green power indicator light turns on but my screen remains blank?
❑Press the Alt+F4 keys several times to close the application window. An application error may have occurred.
❑If the Alt+F4 keys do not work, click Start, the arrow next to the Shut down button, and Restart to restart your computer.
❑If your computer does not restart, press the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys and click the arrow   next to the Shut down  
button and Restart.
If the...

128nN Troubleshooting >
Computer Operations
What should I do if my computer or software stops responding?
❑If your computer stops responding while a software application is running, press the Alt+F4 keys to close the application 
window.
❑If the Alt+F4 keys do not work, click Start and the Shut down button to turn off your computer.
❑If your computer does not turn off, press the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys and click the Shut down button.
If the Windows Security window appears, click Shut Down.
❑If this...

129nN Troubleshooting >
Computer Operations
Why doesnt my computer enter Sleep or Hibernate mode?
Your computer may become unstable if the operating mode is changed before the computer completely enters Sleep or 
Hibernate mode.
To restore your computer to Normal mode
1Close all open programs.
2Click Start, the arrow next to the Shut down button, and Restart.
3If your computer does not restart, press the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys and click the arrow next to the Shut down button and 
Restart.
If the Windows...

130nN Troubleshooting >
Computer Operations
Why does the System Properties window display a slower CPU speed than the 
maximum?
This is normal. Because your computers CPU utilizes a type of CPU speed controlling technology for power conservation 
purposes, System Properties may display the current CPU speed instead of the maximum speed.
 
What should I do if my computer does not accept my password and returns a message, 
Enter Onetime Password?
If you enter a wrong power-on password three times...