Be sure to update your VAIO computer by installing the following apps to enhance its
efficiency, security and functionality.
Note
To perform the update settings below, your VAIO computer must be connected to the
Internet.
Windows Update
Windows Update enables you to make your VAIO computer more stable.
1. Open the charms and select the
Search charm. (See
Opening the Charms
to open the
charms.)
2. Select Settings and enter "Windows Update" in the search box.
3. Select Windows Update from the list and follow the on-screen instructions to complete
the updates.
VAIO Update
VAIO Update automatically notifies you of new updates available on the Internet, and
downloads and installs them on your VAIO computer.
1. Start VAIO Update and follow the on-screen instructions. (See
Searching/Starting Apps,
Settings, or Files
to start VAIO Update.)
To update Windows Store apps
Be sure to update the Windows Store app. If an update is required, a number will appear in
the Store tile of the Start screen.
1. Select the Store tile to open it.
2. Select Updates in the upper right of the screen.
The number in the bracket shows the number of programs you can use.
3. Set a check mark for the apps you want to update, then select Install.
To update the apps later, remove the check mark.
Opening Control Panel
You can open Control Panel by following these steps.
1. Open the charms and select the
Search charm. (See
Opening the Charms
to open the
charms.)
2. Select Apps (
).
3. Enter "Control Panel" in the search box (
).
4. Select Control Panel (
).