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.
4-286-115-11 (1) © 2011 Sony Corporation Printed in Japan
Let's get started
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C heck supplied items
AC adapter
1
Noise canceling headphones
(with two sizes of extra earbuds)
Power cord
Extended battery pack
3
and
battery adapter
3
Battery pack
2
What to do next
Create your
Update your computer
Recovery Media
Keep your computer updated by
Create your own Recovery Media
downloading updates from
immediately, so that you can restore your
Windows Update and VAIO Update for
computer to factory-installed settings in
enhancing your computer's efficiency,
case of a system failure.
security, and functionality.
For details, refer to the supplied Recovery,
Click Start
, All Programs, and
Backup and Troubleshooting Guide.
Windows Update or VAIO Update.
Recovery Media are not provided with your computer.
Your computer must be connected to the Internet to
download the updates.
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Docking Station
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and AC adapter
1 3
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.
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.
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.
The illustrations in this document may appear
different from your model.
Start wireless
communications
Use the VAIO Smart Network software to
With the Quick Web Access function, you can
manage wireless communications.
access the Internet without launching the
Windows operating system.
Click Start
, All Programs, and
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VAIO Smart Network.
Press the WEB button while your
computer is off.
See the on-screen User Guide for more
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information.
Follow the instructions in the initial setup
wizard.
Turn on the WIRELESS switch on your computer
For more information, click the icon located at
before using the wireless function.
the lower right corner of the screen displayed
when using the Quick Web Access function.
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C onnect
P ower on
AC adapter
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.
Care & Handling Tips
Activate the Quick
Web Access function
To protect your investment and maximize its lifespan,
we encourage you to follow these guidelines.
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.
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L ocate
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.
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.