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To use the network (LAN) (LAN port equipped models)

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.

Note

The connection, setting method, or required devices may vary depending on your network environment.

Updating Your VAIO Computer

Be sure to update your VAIO computer to enhance the computer's efficiency, security, and functionality.

Note

Your VAIO computer must be connected to the Internet to download the updates.

To use Windows Update

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

1. Open the charms and select the

Search charm.

2. If your operating system is Windows 8, select

Settings.

3. Enter "Windows Update" in the search box.

4. Select

Windows Update from the list.

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

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. Open the charms and select the

Search charm.

2. Enter "VAIO Update" in the search box to search

VAIO Update.

3. Select

VAIO Update from the list.

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

To update the antivirus app

The antivirus app helps protect your VAIO computer against security threats by keeping the app current with the latest

updates. You can download and install the updates from the website of the manufacturer.

1. Open the charms and select the

Search charm.

2. Enter the antivirus app name in the search box to search the app.

3. Select the antivirus app from the list.

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

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. Start

VAIO Care whenever a problem arises. VAIO Care will provide appropriate

measures and support information to solve the problem.

To start VAIO Care

Press the

ASSIST button while Windows is running.

Below is an example of a screenshot in English.

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