VAIO User Guide SVT1111/SVT1311 Series

Task

# Turning on Your VAIO Computer

Turn on your VAIO computer to start Windows. Carefully read the precautions in Notes on Using the Power Source before turning on. [Details]

1. Install the battery pack on your VAIO computer [Details], and then connect to an AC outlet. [Details]

1. Lift the LCD screen lid.

1. Press and hold down the (Power) button until the power indicator light turns on in green.

Your VAIO computer is turned on, and Windows starts after a while.
Note

- If you press and hold down the (Power) button for more than four seconds, your VAIO computer will not turn on.
  Press the (Power) button lightly, and release it immediately when the power indicator light turns on.

- Do not use your VAIO computer without installing the battery pack as it may cause the computer to malfunction.

- When opening the LCD screen lid, do not hold the built-in camera as it may cause your VAIO computer to malfunction. (Built-in camera equipped models)

- If you press the (Power) button with the LCD screen lid closed, your VAIO computer will not turn on.

Hint

- By default, your VAIO computer automatically enters Sleep mode after a certain period of inactivity while the computer is connected to an AC outlet. [Details]

Related Topic
Installing/Removing the Battery Pack
Charging the Battery Pack
Notes on Using the Battery Pack
Connecting a Power Source
Shutting Down Your VAIO Computer
Restarting Your VAIO Computer
Notes on Using the Power Source