Sony Vaio SVS 131 series Quick Start Manual

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Quick
Start
Guide
Personal Computer
Printed in China
SVS131/SVS13A/SVS151 Series
© 2012 Sony Corporation
Initial Setup
1
Check supplied items
 AC adapter  Extended battery pack 2 and
battery adapter 2
Power cord

Battery pack
 1
1 The battery pack is installed on your computer
at the time of delivery.
2 Not supplied with all models. Availability
depends on your computer's specifications.
Features and specifications may vary and are
subject to change without notice.
4
Connect to the Internet
When using a wired connection, connect your computer
and your router (not supplied) with a LAN cable (not supplied).
When using a wireless connection, follow the
VAIO Easy Connect on-screen instructions.
Click (Start), All Programs, and VAIO Easy Connect.
LAN cable or Wireless LAN
Internet
Modem Router/
access point
For detailed information on network settings and devices, refer to
the manual provided by the Internet Service Provider (ISP) or
manufacturer of the devices.
The above diagram is one of the Internet connection methods as an
example.
2 3
Connect AC adapter Turn on your
VAIO® computer
With the battery pack installed on your
Press and hold down the power button until
computer, plug the power cord and the AC
the power indicator light turns on.
adapter into an AC outlet and the computer.
The startup process will take a few minutes.
Be sure to connect the AC adapter to your
No action is required until the setup window
computer when using it for the first few times to
appears.
ensure the battery becomes fully charged.
5 6
Locate User Guide What to do next
An introduction of the User Guide is available Press the ASSIST button to start VAIO Care,
on your computer. Update to the complete then complete the following steps by clicking
guide, by following the steps in the
the items in the right pane.
introduction.
Update your computer using

1
Check if your computer is connected to the
VAIO Update
Internet.
Click VAIO Software.
2
Click (Start), All Programs, and
To use Windows Update, click
VAIO Manual.
All Programs, and Windows Update.
Create your Recovery Media

The User Guide may already be updated to the
complete version if you run VAIO Update in Click Advanced Tools.
advance. Recovery Media are not supplied with your
computer. Refer to the supplied Recovery,
Backup and Troubleshooting Guide
before creating the Recovery Media.
Register your computer

Click About your VAIO.
Parts and Controls
A
A
Built-in camera / indicator
B
Security slot (SVS151 Series)
Headset compatible E
headphones jack
(SVS13A / SVS131 Series)
Headphones jack
(SVS151 Series)
B
Optical disc drive
Microphone jack
(SVS151 Series)
C
C
Touch pad
Press the bottom left of the
E
touch pad to click.
WIRELESS indicator
ASSIST button Starts VAIO Care while your computer is on - easily
Charge indicator
tune-up and self support the computer.
Disc drive indicator
WEB button Launches the web browser - starts Windows, then the
Built-in microphone
web browser when your computer is off.
VAIO button Executes the assigned task - pressing and holding
D
down the button enables you to change the task.
(Bottom)
Drive eject button
Port replicator connector
Performance selector switch
cover
Ambient light sensor
Extended battery pack
Built-in speakers
connector cover
 Power button / indicator
Battery off button
Fingerprint sensor 
 On selected models only.
Care and Handling Tips
Computer Handling Liquid Damage
Do not exert pressure on your computer,
Protect your computer from contact with
especially the LCD/touch screen or the AC
liquids.
(Start),
adapter cable.
HDD Care
If your computer is equipped with a built-in Support websites
hard disk drive, avoid moving the computer
http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ (USA)
when it is turned on, is in the process of
http://www.sony.ca/support/ (Canada: English)
powering on, or is shutting down.
http://fr.sony.ca/support (Canada: French)
Ventilation
http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/LA/
Place your computer on hard surfaces such as
(Latin American area)
a desk or table. Proper air circulation around
http://esupport.sony.com/PT/VAIO/BR/ (Brazil)
vents is important to prevent overheating.
G
Security slot
(SVS13A / SVS131 Series)
"Memory Stick Duo" slot
Media access indicator
SD memory card slot
Monitor port
F
HDMI output port
USB port x 2 (Compliant
with the USB 3.0 standard.)
USB port (Compliant with
the USB 2.0 standard, and
G
supports USB charging.)
LAN port
DC IN port
F
D
(Back)
Air exhaust vent