Sony VAIO VGN-Z Quick Start Manual

VGN-Z 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.
4-161-247-11 (1) © 2009 Sony Corporation Printed in Japan
Let's get started
1
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.
2 3
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 recovery Start the SmartWi™
discs Connection Utility
Create your own recovery discs immediately,
Use the SmartWi™ Connection Utility
so that you can restore your computer to
manage wireless connections.
factory-installed settings in case of a system
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failure.
Click Start , All Programs, and
For details, refer to the on-screen
SmartWi Connection Utility.
VAIO Recovery Center User Guide under
See the help file included with the
Use my VAIO in Help and Support.
SmartWi Connection Utility for more information.
Recovery discs are not provided with your computer.
Turn on the WIRELESS switch on your computer
before using the wireless function.
4 5
Power on L ocate
User Guide
1 1
Lift the LCD screen lid. Click Start
2 2
Press the power button 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
setup window appears.
resources such as setup tools, tutorials, and FAQs.
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.
> Help and Support.