Sony VAIO F22 VPCF22CFX User Manual

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Using the Battery Pack
3Slide the battery pack diagonally into the battery compartment until the projection (2) on either side of the battery 
compartment fits into the U-shaped cut (3) on either side of the battery pack.
4Push the battery pack down into the compartment until it clicks into place.
5Slide the battery LOCK switch outward to secure the battery pack on the computer. 
						

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Using the Battery Pack
To remove the battery pack
!You will lose all unsaved data if you remove the battery pack while your computer is on and not connected to the AC adapter.
1Turn off the computer and close the LCD screen lid.
2Slide the battery LOCK switch (1) inward.
3Slide and hold the battery RELEASE latch (2) inward, put your fingertip underneath the tab (3) on the battery pack, and 
lift the battery pack in the direction of the arrow, and then slide it away from the computer.
!For your safety, it is highly recommended that you use genuine Sony rechargeable battery packs and AC adapters that meet the quality assurance 
standard, supplied by Sony for your VAIO computer. Some VAIO computers may only function with a genuine Sony battery pack.
  
						

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Charging the Battery Pack
The battery pack supplied with your computer is not fully charged at the time of delivery.
To charge the battery pack
1Install the battery pack.
2Connect the computer to a power source with the AC adapter.
The charge indicator light is on while the battery pack is charging. When the battery pack charges close to the maximum 
charge level you selected, the charge indicator turns off.
!Charge the battery pack as described in this manual from your first battery charge.Charge indicator status Meaning
Lit in orange The battery pack is charging.
Blinks along with the green 
power indicatorThe battery pack is running out of power. 
(Normal mode)
Blinks along with the orange 
power indicatorThe battery pack is running out of power. 
(Sleep mode)
Blinks fast in orange A battery error has occurred due to a failed battery 
pack or an unlocked battery pack. 
						

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Using the Battery Pack
✍Keep the battery pack in your computer while it is directly connected to an AC power source. The battery pack continues to charge while you are using 
the computer.
When the battery pack is running out of power and both the charge and power indicator lights blink, you should either connect the AC adapter to 
recharge the battery pack or shut down your computer and install a fully charged battery pack.
Your computer is supplied with a lithium ion battery pack and can be recharged any time. Charging a partially discharged battery pack does not affect 
the life of battery.
While some software applications or peripheral devices are in use, your computer may not enter Hibernate mode even when the remaining battery life 
becomes short. To avoid loss of data while the computer is running on the battery, you should save your data frequently and manually activate a power 
management mode, such as Sleep or Hibernate.
If the battery pack runs out of power while the computer is in Sleep mode, you will lose all unsaved data. Going back to the previous work state is 
impossible. To avoid loss of data, you should save your data frequently.
  
						

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Using the Battery Pack
Checking the Battery Charge Capacity
The battery charge capacity gradually decreases as the number of battery charging increases or the duration of use of the 
battery pack extends. To get the most out of the battery pack, check the battery charge capacity and change the battery 
settings.
To check the battery charge capacity
1Click Start, All Programs, and VAIO Control Center. 
2Click Power Management and Battery.
✍Additionally, you can enable the battery care function to extend the life of the battery pack.
  
						

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Extending the Battery Life
When your computer is running on battery power, you can extend the battery life using the following methods.
❑Decrease the LCD brightness of your computer screen.
❑Use the power saving mode. See Using the Power Saving Modes (page 28) for more information.
❑Change the power saving settings on the Power Options. See Using the VAIO Power Management (page 102) for more 
information.
✍For more information on how to extend the battery life, see the help file after following the steps in Checking the Battery Charge Capacity (page 25).
 
  
						

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Shutting Down Your Computer Safely
Shutting Down Your Computer Safely
To avoid losing unsaved data, be sure to shut down your computer properly, as described below.
To shut down your computer
1Turn off any peripherals connected to the computer.
2Save your data and close all running software applications.
3Click Start and the Shut down button.
After a short time, the computer automatically turns off. Make sure the power indicator light turns off.
  
						

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Using the Power Saving Modes
Using the Power Saving Modes
You can take advantage of the power management settings to conserve battery life. In addition to the normal operating mode, 
your computer has two distinct power saving modes to suit your preference: Sleep and Hibernate.
!If you do not intend to use your computer for an extended period of time while it is disconnected from an AC power source, place the computer into 
Hibernate mode or turn it off.
If the battery pack runs out of power while your computer is in Sleep mode, you will lose all unsaved data. Going back to the previous work state is 
impossible. To avoid loss of data, you should save your data frequently.
Mode Description
Normal mode This is the normal state of your computer while it is in use. The green power indicator light is lit while the 
computer is in this mode.
Sleep mode Sleep mode turns off the LCD screen and places the built-in storage device(s) and the CPU into a low power 
consumption mode. The orange power indicator light blinks slowly while your computer is in this mode. Your 
computer comes out of Sleep mode quicker than out of Hibernate mode. However, Sleep mode uses more 
power than Hibernate mode.
Hibernate mode While your computer is in Hibernate mode, the state of the system is saved on the built-in storage device(s) and 
power is turned off. Even when the battery pack runs out of power, no data will be lost. The power indicator light 
is unlit while your computer is in this mode. 
						

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Using the Power Saving Modes
Using Sleep Mode
To activate Sleep mode
Click Start, the arrow   next to the Shut down button, and Sleep.
To return to Normal mode
❑Press any key.
❑Press the power button on your computer.
!If you press and hold the power button for more than four seconds, your computer will turn off automatically. You will lose all unsaved data.
  
						

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Using Hibernate Mode
To activate Hibernate mode
Press the Fn+F12 keys.
Alternatively, you can click Start, the arrow next to the Shut down button, and Hibernate.
!Do not move your computer before its power indicator light turns off.
To return to Normal mode
Press the power button.
!If you press and hold the power button for more than four seconds, your computer will turn off automatically.