Sony VAIO VPCM1 Series Quick Start Manual

Personal Computer
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Features and specifications may vary and are subject to change without notice.
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Let's get started
1
Check
supplied items
AC adapter
Power cord
Battery pack
The illustrations in this document may appear
different from your model.
What to do next
Update your computer
Keep your computer updated by
downloading updates from
Windows Update and VAIO Update for
enhancing your computer's efficiency,
security, and functionality.
Click Start , All Programs,
Windows Update or VAIO Update.
Your computer must be connected to the Internet to
download the updates.
2 3
Install Connect
battery pack AC adapter
1
Slide the battery LOCK switch outward.
Plug the power cord into the AC adapter and
then into an AC outlet. Then plug the AC
2
Slide the battery pack diagonally into the
adapter cable into your computer.
battery compartment and push down.
3
Slide the battery LOCK switch inward.
Be sure to connect the AC adapter to your computer
when using it for the first few times to ensure the
battery becomes fully charged.
Start the SmartWi™
Prepare for a recovery
Connection Utility
You can restore the computer from the
Use the SmartWi™ Connection Utility
Recovery Media (not supplied) or the
manage wireless connections.
recovery partition in case of a system failure.
 Available on selected models only.
For details, refer to a user guide under
Click Start , All Programs, and
Use my VAIO, or enter VAIO Care or
SmartWi Connection Utility.
VAIO Recovery Center in the search box in
See the help file included with the
Help and Support.
SmartWi Connection Utility for more information.
To create Recovery Media, connect an external optical
Turn on the WIRELESS switch on your computer
disc drive (not supplied) to the computer and to an AC
before using the wireless function.
power source.
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Locate
Power on
VAIO Manual
1
Lift the LCD screen lid. Your VAIO computer comes with the
following documentation.
2
Slide the power switch until the power
indicator light  turns on.
On-screen manuals:
1
Click Start
2
Click Use my VAIO.
3
Select your desired manual.
Your computer comes with the
User Guide - Introduction Version which contains
limited information on your computer. To get the
complete User Guide, follow the instructions in the
User Guide - Introduction Version.
Printed manuals:
Quick Start Guide (this sheet)
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Attention
Safety Information
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Your computer takes a few minutes for the
Help and Support is easy to access, and provides
first startup. No action is required until the
important documents and helpful support
setup window appears.
resources such as setup tools, tutorials, and FAQs.
Care & Handling Tips
To protect your investment and maximize its lifespan,
we encourage you to follow these guidelines.
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LCD Handling Ventilation
Avoid placing heavy objects on top of your computer or Place your computer on hard surfaces, such as a desk or
exerting pressure on its lid when closed. table. Proper air circulation around vents is important to
reduce heat.
HDD Care
AC Adapter
If your computer is equipped with a built-in hard disk
drive, avoid moving your computer while it is turned on Do not put stress on the AC adapter cable connected to
or in the process of powering on or shutting down. your computer.
Liquid Damage
With the VAIO Care software, you can prevent or
Prevent liquids from coming into contact with your solve troubles on your computer.
computer. Click Start, All Programs, VAIO Care, and
VAIO Care.
and Help and Support.