Sony VPCZ21ZDZ - Manual

1
Check supplied items
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 will take a few minutes
during the initial startup. No action is
required until the setup window appears.
4
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
Select your desired manual.
Printed manuals:
 Quick Start Guide (this sheet)
 Recovery, Backup and
Troubleshooting Guide
 Safety Information
Help and Support is easy to access, and provides
important documents and helpful support
resources such as setup tools, tutorials, and FAQs.
Update your computer
Create your
Recovery Media
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.
Turn on your computer, and then press the ASSIST
button to launch the software.
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 for
enhancing your computer’s efficiency,
security, and functionality.
Click Start , All Programs, and
Windows Update or VAIO Update.
Your computer must be connected to the Internet to
download the updates.
Create your own Recovery Media
immediately, so that you can restore your
computer to factory-installed settings in
case of a system failure.
For details, refer to the supplied Recovery,
Backup and Troubleshooting Guide.
Recovery Media are not provided with your computer.
4-286-115-11 (1) © 2011 Sony Corporation Printed in Japan
VPCZ2 Series
VAIO Support Homepage
http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ (USA)
http://www.sony.ca/support/ (Canada: English)
http://www.fr.sony.ca/support (Canada: French)
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.
Start wireless
communications
Use the VAIO Smart Network software to
manage wireless communications.
Click Start , All Programs, and
VAIO Smart Network.
See the on-screen User Guide for more
information.
Turn on the WIRELESS switch on your computer
before using the wireless function.
Let’s get started
What to do next
Activate the Quick
Web Access function
With the Quick Web Access function, you can
access the Internet without launching the
Windows operating system.
1
Press the WEB button while your
computer is off.
2
Follow the instructions in the initial setup
wizard.
For more information, click the icon located at
the lower right corner of the screen displayed
when using the Quick Web Access function.
AC adapter 1
Power cord
1 On models with the docking station, the small size
adapter is intended for use with your computer
only. The large size adapter can be used with the
computer as well as the docking station.
2 The battery pack is installed on your computer at
the time of delivery.
3 On selected models only.
The illustrations in this document may appear
different from your model.
Extended battery pack 3 and
battery adapter 3
Noise canceling headphones 3
(with two sizes of extra earbuds)
Docking Station 3 and AC adapter 1 3
Battery pack 2