Sony Vaio VPCF1 Series Quick Start Manual

VPCF1 Series
VAIO Support Homepage
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Features and specifications may vary and are subject to change without notice.
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Let's get started
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C heck
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.
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I nstall C onnect
battery pack AC adapter
1
Slide the battery LOCK switch inward. 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 outward.
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 Start the SmartWi™
Recovery Media Connection Utility
Create your own Recovery Media
Use the SmartWi™ Connection Utility
immediately, so that you can restore your
manage wireless connections.
computer to factory-installed settings in
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case of a system failure.
Click Start , All Programs, and
For details, refer to
SmartWi Connection Utility.
VAIO General User Guide or
See the help file included with the
VAIO Care Rescue User Guide under
SmartWi Connection Utility for more information.
Use my VAIO in Help and Support.
Turn on the WIRELESS switch on your computer
before using the wireless function.
Recovery Media are not provided with your computer.
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Power on L ocate
VAIO Manual
1
Lift the LCD screen lid. Your VAIO computer comes with the
following documentation.
2
Press the power button until the power
indicator light turns on.
On-screen manuals:
1
Click Start
2
Click Use my VAIO.
3
Select your desired manual.
Printed manuals:
Quick Start Guide (this sheet)
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Safety Information
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Help and Support is easy to access, and provides
important documents and helpful support
resources such as setup tools, tutorials, and FAQs.
Attention
Your computer takes a few minutes for the
first startup. No action is required until the
setup window appears.
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. Turn on your computer, and then press the
button to launch the software.
and Help and Support.