Sony VAIO VPCW2 Series Quick Start Manual

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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, 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.
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I nstall C onnect
battery pack AC adapter
1
Slide the battery LOCK switch outward. Plug the power cord into the AC adapter and
2 then into an AC outlet. Then plug the AC
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 discs (not supplied) or the recovery
manage wireless connections.
partition in case of a system failure.
 Available on selected models only.
Click Start , Help and Support,
Click Start , All Programs, and
Use my VAIO, and
SmartWi Connection Utility.
VAIO Recovery Center User Guide.
See the help file included with the
SmartWi Connection Utility for more information.
To create recovery discs, connect an external optical
disc drive (not supplied) to the computer and to an AC
Turn on the WIRELESS switch on your computer
power source.
before using the wireless function.
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Power on L ocate
VAIO Manual
1
Lift the LCD screen lid. Your VAIO computer comes with the
2 following documentation.
Slide the power switch until the power
indicator light turns on.
On-screen manuals:
1
Click Start
2
Click Use my VAIO.
3
Click VAIO User Guide.
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
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. With the VAIO Care software, you can prevent or
solve troubles on your computer.
Click Start, All Programs, and VAIO Care.
and Help and Support.