Welcome

Congratulations on the purchase of this VAIO(R) computer.
This User Guide - Introduction Version provides you with limited information about your VAIO computer. To update this file to the complete version of the User Guide, see Updating the User Guide to the Latest Version [Details] for more information.

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Updating the User Guide to the Latest Version

By updating this User Guide - Introduction Version through the Internet, you can get the complete version of the User Guide with detailed information on your VAIO computer.
Once the User Guide is updated to the complete version, you can access it anytime even if you are offline.
With the complete version of the User Guide, you can view information about:
Below is an example of a screenshot in English.
* Design and content of the screen are subject to change.

To get the complete version of the User Guide

  1. Connect your VAIO computer to the Internet. [Details]

  1. Close this window, and then click (Start), All Programs, and VAIO Manual again.

  1. A window prompting you to update the manual appears. Follow the on-screen instructions.

This file will automatically update to the complete version of the User Guide.
If the window prompting you to update the User Guide does not appear, make sure your VAIO computer is connected to the Internet and repeat the above steps.
If the update window still does not appear, launch VAIO Update so you can find and download the User Guide manually. See Updating Your VAIO Computer [Details] for more information on VAIO Update.
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To view help files for Windows OS and software operations

When you have trouble operating your VAIO computer, try referring to Windows Help and Support or help files included with your applications.
To access Windows Help and Support, click (Start) and Help and Support.
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Connecting to the Internet

You will need to connect your VAIO computer to the Internet before updating to the complete version of the User Guide.

Before connecting to the Internet

Before using the Internet, you will need to sign up with an Internet Service Provider (ISP) and set up devices required for connecting your VAIO computer to the Internet.
The following types of Internet connection services may be available from your ISP:
For more information on devices required for Internet access and how to connect your VAIO computer to the Internet, ask your ISP.
The following is one of the Internet connection methods as an example.

  1. Internet

  1. Modem

  1. Router/access point

  1. LAN cable (not supplied) or wireless LAN

To use the network (LAN)

You can connect your VAIO computer to networks with a LAN cable. Connect one end of a LAN cable to the LAN port on the computer and the other end to your network. For detailed settings and devices required for LAN access, ask your network administrator.
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To use the wireless LAN network (Wi-Fi)

You first need to establish wireless LAN communications between your VAIO computer and an access point (not supplied). Refer to Windows Help and Support for more information.

To start wireless LAN communications with VAIO Easy Connect

You can easily set up wireless LAN communications by following the instructions in VAIO Easy Connect. VAIO Easy Connect supports you especially when you first set up a wireless Internet connection at home or when you connect to a public wireless network (Wi-Fi hotspot).

  1. Click (Start), All Programs, VAIO Easy Connect, and Easy Internet Connection Setup.

  1. Follow the on-screen instructions to setup wireless LAN communications.

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Updating Your VAIO Computer

Be sure to update your VAIO computer with the following software applications to enhance the computer’s efficiency, security, and functionality.
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To use Windows Update

Windows Update enables you to make your VAIO computer more stable.

  1. Click (Start), All Programs, and Windows Update.

  1. Follow the on-screen instructions.

To use VAIO Update

VAIO Update automatically notifies you of new updates available on the Internet then downloads and installs them on your VAIO computer.

  1. Click (Start), All Programs, and VAIO Care.

  1. After VAIO Care starts, click VAIO Software and VAIO Update.

  1. Follow the on-screen instructions.

To update antivirus software

Help protect your VAIO computer against security threats by keeping Internet security programs current with the latest updates. You can download and install the updates from the website of the manufacturer.

  1. Click (Start), All Programs, and select the antivirus software.

  1. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the updates.

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Solving Problems on Your VAIO Computer Using VAIO Care

With VAIO Care, you can regularly conduct performance checks and system tune-ups on your VAIO computer to keep it running at optimum level. Launch VAIO Care whenever a problem arises.
VAIO Care will provide appropriate measures and support information to solve the problem.

To launch VAIO Care

Press the ASSIST button while your VAIO computer is on.
Below is an example of a screenshot in English.
* Design and content of the screen are subject to change.
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Finding Support Information

The Sony online support website provides instant access to information on commonly encountered problems. You can find support information such as the support website URL in Contact & Support on VAIO Care or the supplied Quick Start Guide.
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Trademarks

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Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation