Sony VAIO Tap 21 Quick Start Manuals

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Quick
Start
Guide
Please read this manual and
Safety Regulations carefully
before using the product.
Keep them in a safe place.
Personal Computer
Printed in China
VAIO Tap 21 SVT212
© 2013 Sony Corporation

Initial Setup

1 2
Check supplied items Prop up your VAIO
computer
1
AC adapter Place your computer face up on a flat

surface, then peel off the tape.
Power cord

Wireless keyboard 

 Wireless mouse 
 AA batteries (2)
2
Hold the screen as shown in the
illustration, then prop up your computer.
 Insert the supplied AA alkaline battery and ˈ
slide the power switch to ON before use.
Features and specifications may vary and are
subject to change without notice.
4 5
Connect to the Complete important
Internet tasks
Connect to the Internet to automatically Perform Windows Update and VAIO

activate Windows. Update
 Click the
Search charm and Settings,
 Wired connection
then search Windows Update.
Connect your computer and router with a
 Click the
Search charm and Apps,
LAN cable.
then search VAIO Update.
Wi-Fi  (Wireless LAN) connection



Create your Recovery Media

1
Open the charms by pointing to the top
Press the ASSIST button to start VAIO
right corner of the screen, then move the
Care, then click Advanced Tools.
pointer down and click the Settings
Recovery Media are not supplied with your
charm.
computer. For detailed information on how
2
Click (the network icon).
to create the Recovery Media, refer to the
3
Select the desired network (SSID) and click on-screen User Guide.
Connect.


Register your computer

Press the ASSIST button to start VAIO
For details on the security key and other
Care, then click About your VAIO.
settings, refer to the manual of the network
device or the information from your Internet
service provider.
3
 Connect AC adapter/
Turn on your computer
1
Plug the power cord and the AC adapter
Do not allow the stand to hit anything as it
into an AC outlet and the computer.
swings out automatically.
2
Press and hold down the power button
Adjust the angle of your computer
 until the power indicator light turns on.
Adjust the angle by holding the screen as
shown in the illustration.
When you use your computer laid flat,
push down completely.
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.
6 7

Locate User Guide

Sign in with Microsoft
account
An introductory version of the User Guide is
To download and use apps from Windows
available on your computer. To update to the
Store, you need to use a Microsoft account
complete version, connect to the Internet instead of a local account. You can create a
and follow the steps below.
Microsoft account by following the steps
1 below.
Open the charms by pointing to the top
1
right corner of the screen, then move the Open the charms by pointing to the top
pointer down and click the Search right corner of the screen, then move the
charm.
pointer down and click the
charm.
2
Click Apps, enter "VAIO Manual" in the
search box, and then click the icon. 2
Click Change
The User Guide appears. Switch to a Microsoft account.
3
Close the User Guide, and after a while, 3
Follow the on-screen instructions.
open again by following the same steps.
When app updates are available, a number
The complete version will be available.
appears on the Store tile on the Start
screen. Click the tile to start Store and
If the User Guide is not updated, perform
update Windows Store apps.
VAIO Update.
Parts and Controls
A
Built-in camera / indicator
B
Disc drive indicator
Charge indicator
 Power indicator
C
Touch screen
D
Windows button
E
Touch mark
F
ASSIST button Starts VAIO Care while your computer is
on - easily tune-up and self support the
computer.
VOL (Volume) buttons
 Power button

Care and Handling Tips

Computer Handling

Do not exert pressure on your computer,
Settings
especially the touch screen or the AC
adapter cable.
PC settings, Users, and
HDD Care
If your computer is equipped with a built-in
hard disk drive, avoid moving the computer
when it is turned on, is in the process of
powering on, or is shutting down.
Ventilation
Place your computer on hard surfaces such
as a desk or table. Proper air circulation
around vents is important to prevent
overheating.
G
Built-in speakers
Air exhaust vent
H
"Memory Stick Duo" / SD memory
card combined slot
HDMI output port
USB port x 2 (Compliant with the
USB 3.0 standard, the port with the
mark supports USB charging.)
Headset compatible headphone
jack
LAN port
DC IN port
I
Stand
Rating plate
Air intake vent
J
Built-in dual microphones
Battery off button

Liquid Damage

Protect your computer from contact with
liquids.

Support websites

http://www.sony.com/am/vaiosupport/
http://community.sony.com/
(USA and Canada only)