Sony VAIO PCG-R505GCP, User Manual

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Welcome.......................................................7
Powering Your Computer ...........................9
Using AC Power........................................................10
Connecting the AC adapter................................................10
Turning on the computer....................................................11
Using the Battery.......................................................13
Inserting a battery ..............................................................13
Removing a battery ............................................................14
Displaying battery information ..........................................15
Charging a battery..............................................................18
Notes on batteries...............................................................19
Frequently asked questions ................................................20
Conserving Battery Power ........................................21
Using power saving modes ................................................21
Using PowerPanel ..............................................................22
Frequently asked questions ................................................26
Internet and Network Connections ..........27
Internet Connections .................................................28
Setting up a dial-up Internet connection ............................28
Setting up an Ethernet Internet connection........................30
Customizing your Internet connection...............................32
Frequently asked questions ................................................33
Network Connections ................................................34
Using Ethernet and dial-up connections ............................34
Using wireless LAN connections ......................................37
Checking your network connection status .........................42
Frequently asked questions ................................................43