Let’s get started
1
Check
supplied items
AC adapter
Power cord
Battery pack
1
2
Connect
AC adapter
Before using your computer for the first time,
connect the computer to a power source
with the AC adapter. Otherwise, your
computer does not turn on.
Plug the power cord into the AC adapter and
then into an AC outlet. Then plug the AC
adapter cable into your computer.
Be sure to charge the battery pack when using the
computer for the first time because the battery pack is
not fully charged at the time of delivery.
3
Power on
1
Lift the LCD screen lid.
2
Press the power button until the power
indicator light turns on.
Attention
Your computer takes a few minutes for the
first startup. No action is required until the
setup window appears.
4
Locate
User Guide
1
Click
Start
>
Help and Support
.
2
Click
Use my VAIO
.
3
Click
VAIO User Guide
.
Help and Support
is easy to access, and provides
important documents and helpful support
resources such as setup tools, tutorials, and FAQs.
What to do next
Update your computer
Prepare for a recovery
LCD Handling
Avoid placing heavy objects on top of your computer or
exerting pressure on its lid when closed.
Liquid Damage
Prevent liquids from coming into contact with your
computer.
Ventilation
Place your computer on hard surfaces, such as a desk or
table. Proper air circulation around vents is important to
reduce heat.
AC Adapter
Do not put stress on the AC adapter cable connected to
your computer.
Care & Handling Tips
To protect your investment and maximize its lifespan,
we encourage you to follow these guidelines.
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.
You can restore the computer from the
recovery discs (not supplied) or the recovery
partition in case of a system failure.
Click
Start
,
Help and Support
,
Use my VAIO
, and
VAIO Recovery Center User Guide
.
To create recovery discs, connect an external optical
disc drive (not supplied).
1 The battery pack supplied with your computer is
installed on your computer at the time of delivery.
2 On selected models only. Refer to the supplied
leaflet for more information.
The illustrations in this document may appear
different from your model.
VPCX1 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.
Start the SmartWi™
Connection Utility
Use the
SmartWi™ Connection Utility
to
manage wireless connections.
Available on selected models only.
Click
Start
,
All Programs
, and
SmartWi Connection Utility
.
See the help file included with the
SmartWi Connection Utility
for more information.
Turn on the
WIRELESS
switch on your computer
before using the wireless function.
Battery pack
(VGP-BPX19)
2
