Sony VAIO VPCW1 Series Quick Start Manual

VPCW1 Series
VAIO Support Homepage
http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ (USA)
http://sony.ca/support/ (Canada)
http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/LA/ (Latin American area)
http://esupport.sony.com/BR/ (Brazil)
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, so that
your computer can run more efficiently and
securely.
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.
Create your recovery Start the SmartWi™
discs Connection Utility
Connect an external optical disc drive (not
Use the SmartWi™ Connection Utility
supplied) to create recovery discs.
manage wireless connections.
For details, refer to the on-screen  Available on selected models only.
VAIO Recovery Center User Guide under
Click Start , All Programs, and
Use my VAIO in Help and Support.
SmartWi Connection Utility.
Recovery discs are not provided with your computer.
See the help file included with the
SmartWi Connection Utility for more information.
4 5
Locate
Power on
User Guide
1 1
Click Start
Lift the LCD screen lid.
2 2
Slide the power switch until the power Click Use my VAIO.
indicator light turns on. 3
Click VAIO User Guide.
Attention
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
resources such as setup tools, tutorials, and FAQs.
setup window appears.
Care & Handling Tips
To protect your investment and maximize its lifespan,
we encourage you to follow these guidelines.
 to
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
Avoid moving your computer while it is turned on or in
the process of powering on or shutting down. Do not put stress on the AC adapter cable connected to
your computer.
Liquid Damage
Prevent liquids from coming into contact with your
computer.
> Help and Support.