VPCL1 Series
VAIO Support Homepage
http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ (USA)
http://www.sony.ca/support/ (Canada)
http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/LA/ (Latin American area)
http://esupport.sony.com/PT/VAIO/BR/ (Brazil)
Features and specifications may vary and are subject to change without notice.
4-192-023-11 (1) © 2010 Sony Corporation Printed in China
Let's get started
1
Check supplied items
Power cord
Wireless keyboard
1
Wireless mouse
1
Remote commander
2
3
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.
2
C onnect
power cord
1
AA batteries (2) or (4
3
)
Plug the power cord into the AC outlet
.
2
Route the power cord through the hole
of the prop-up stand and plug the
Mounting studs (4)
other end into the AC input port on
the computer.
Screws: Long (2)/Short (4)
Accessory tool
1 Insert the supplied AA alkaline battery before use.
2 Insert the supplied AA manganese batteries before
use.
3 On selected models only.
The illustrations in this document may appear
different from your model.
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
Available on selected models only.
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.
Recovery Media are not provided with your computer.
3
4
Power on
L ocate
VAIO Manual
Press the power button until the power
Your VAIO computer comes with the
indicator turns on.
following documentation.
On-screen manuals:
1
Click Start
2
Click Use my VAIO.
3
Select your desired manual.
Printed manuals:
Attention
Quick Start Guide (this sheet)
Safety Information
Your computer takes a few minutes for the
first startup. No action is required until the
Help and Support is easy to access, and provides
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.
to
LCD Screen/Touch Screen Handling
Ventilation
Do not exert pressure on the computer while cleaning.
Place your computer on hard surfaces, such as a desk or
Otherwise, you may make scratches on the LCD screen/
table. Proper air circulation around vents is important to
touch screen.
reduce heat.
HDD Care
If your computer is equipped with a built-in hard disk
drive, avoid moving your computer while it is turned on
or in the process of powering on or shutting down.
With the VAIO Care software, you can prevent or
Liquid Damage
solve troubles on your computer.
Prevent liquids from coming into contact with your
Click Start, All Programs, VAIO Care, and
computer.
VAIO Care.
and Help and Support.