Sony SVT11213CXB - Manual (Page 178)

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A battery error has occurred due to a failed battery pack, an unlocked battery pack (Removable
battery pack supplied models), etc.
Changing the Intel Smart Connect Technology (Sleep Mode) Settings
You can change the Intel Smart Connect Technology settings in VAIO Control Center.
With this function, your VAIO computer connects to the Internet regularly and enables you to
obtain the latest updates on email, Social Networking Services (SNSs), etc. even if the
computer is in Sleep mode.
1. Start VAIO Control Center and select Power and Battery. (See Searching/Starting Apps,
Settings, or Files to start VAIO Control Center.)
2. Select Details in Intel Smart Connect Technology.
3. Select Open settings screen in Basic settings.
The Intel Smart Connect Technology settings screen appears.
4. Enable/disable the setting in Keep Data Fresh.
Note
If your VAIO computer requires password entry before Windows starts, the computer will
automatically shut down during the specified time period in order to save power
consumption, depending on the model.
To prevent your VAIO computer from automatically shutting down, set State during sleep
mode to Sleep in the Intel Smart Connect Technology settings screen.
The battery life is shortened if you select Sleep.
Hint
If apps are running when your VAIO computer enters Sleep mode, you can obtain the latest
updates on the running apps during Sleep mode.
Changing the Low Battery Hibernation Settings
You can change the Low Battery Hibernation settings in VAIO Control Center.
Low Battery Hibernation is enabled by default. With this function, your VAIO computer
automatically enters Hibernate mode and your working data is saved on the built-in storage
device when the battery pack runs out of power.
1. Start VAIO Control Center and select Power and Battery. (See Searching/Starting Apps,
Settings, or Files to start VAIO Control Center.)
2. Enable/disable the setting in Action When Battery Power Low.