Sony VPCB11GGX - Manual

2
Install
battery pack
1
Slide the battery LOCK switch inward.
2
Slide the battery pack diagonally into the
battery compartment and push down.
3
Slide the battery LOCK switch outward.
1
Check
supplied items
AC adapter
Power cord
Battery pack
The illustrations in this document may appear
different from your model.
3
Connect
AC adapter
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 connect the AC adapter to your computer
when using it for the first few times to ensure the
battery becomes fully charged.
4
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.
5
Locate
VAIO Manual
Your VAIO computer comes with the
following documentation.
On-screen manuals:
1
Click Start and Help and Support.
2
Click Use my VAIO.
3
Click VAIO User Guide.
Printed manuals:

Quick Start Guide (this sheet)
 Safety Information
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
Let’s get started
Update your computer
Create your recovery
discs
LCD Handling
Avoid placing heavy objects on top of your computer or
exerting pressure on its lid when closed.
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.
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.
With the VAIO Care software, you can prevent or
solve troubles on your computer.
Click Start, All Programs, and VAIO Care.
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.
Create your own recovery discs immediately,
so that you can restore your computer to
factory-installed settings in case of a system
failure.
For details, refer to the on-screen
VAIO Recovery Center User Guide under
Use my VAIO in Help and Support.
Recovery discs are not provided with your computer.
VPCB1 Series
4-174-376-11 (1) © 2010 Sony Corporation Printed in U.S.A.
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.
Features and specifications may vary and are subject to change without notice.
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/PT/VAIO/BR/ (Brazil)