Sony SVL24125CXW Quick Start Guide - Page 1

Quick Start Guide Personal Computer L Series SVL241 4-445-541-11 (1) Please read this manual and Safety Regulations carefully before using the product. Keep them in a safe place. Printed in China © 2012 Sony Corporation Initial Setup 1 Check supplied items  AC adapter  Power cord  Wireless keyboard1  Wireless mouse1  Wireless receiver (for keyboard/mouse)  Remote commander2 3  AA batteries (2) or (43) 1 Insert the supplied AA alkaline battery before use. 2 Insert the supplied AA manganese batteries before use. 3 Not supplied with all models. Availability depends on your computer's specifications. Features and specifications may vary and are subject to change without notice. 2 Connect AC adapter Adjust the angle of the screen to locate the DC IN port behind the foot stand. Route the AC adapter cable through the hole in the foot stand and plug it into the DC IN port. Plug the power cord into the AC adapter, then plug it into an AC outlet. 4 Connect to the Internet Connect to the Internet to automatically activate Windows.  Wired connection Connect your computer and router with a LAN cable.  Wi-Fi (Wireless LAN) connection 1 Open the charms by pointing to the top right corner of the screen, then move the pointer down and click the Settings charm. 2 Click (the network icon). 3 Select the desired network (SSID) and click Connect. For details on the security key and other settings, refer to the manual of the network device or the information from your Internet service provider. 5 Locate User Guide An introduction of the User Guide is available on your computer. Update to the complete guide online by following the steps below. 1 Open the charms by pointing to the top right corner of the screen, then move the pointer down and click the Search charm. 2 Click Apps and enter "VAIO Manual" in the search box. 3 Click VAIO Manual in the Apps list. You can see the User Guide on your smartphone. Scan this code or access the URL below. http://rd1.sony.net/helpguide/ r/vaio/sp?model=svl2412& country=us&lang=eng 3 Turn on your VAIO® computer Press and hold down the PC power button until the PC power indicator light turns on. The startup process will take a few minutes. No action is required until the setup window appears. Other Tips Computer Handling Do not exert pressure on your computer, especially the LCD/touch screen or the AC adapter cable. HDD Care If your computer is equipped with a built-in hard disk drive, avoid moving the computer when it is turned on, is in the process of powering on, or is shutting down. Ventilation Place your computer on hard surfaces such as a desk or table. Proper air circulation around vents is important to prevent overheating. Liquid Damage Protect your computer from contact with liquids. 6 Start VAIO Care While the computer is on, press the ASSIST button to start VAIO Care, then complete the following steps by clicking the items in the right pane.  Use VAIO Update Click VAIO Software. To use Windows Update, click the Search charm and Settings, then search Windows Update.  Create your Recovery Media Click Advanced Tools. Recovery Media are not supplied with your computer. Refer to the supplied Recovery, Backup and Troubleshooting Guide before creating the Recovery Media.  Register your computer Click About your VAIO. 7 Use Microsoft account Sign in to Windows with a Microsoft account so that you can use and download apps from Windows Store. 1 Open the charms by pointing to the top right corner of the screen, then move the pointer down and click the Settings charm. 2 Click Change PC settings, Users, and Switch to a Microsoft account. 3 Follow the on-screen instructions. Parts and Controls A LCD screen / touch screen B Built-in camera / indicator Picture off indicator Timer indicator WIRELESS indicator Disc drive indicator MONITOR indicator PC power indicator C Remote sensor D (Bottom) Built-in microphone Subwoofer Built-in speakers E Air vent F 3D button WEB button: Launches the web browser - starts Windows, then the web browser when your computer is off. TV button: Turns on the TV, without starting Windows. MONITOR power button: Switches the LCD screen ON or OFF. PC power button G MONITOR operation buttons: Open menus to change picture settings, etc. - HOME button - OPTION button -  / buttons / VOL (Volume) buttons -  / buttons / CH (Channel) buttons - INPUT/OK button - RETURN button H Optical disc drive Drive eject button I HDMI OUTPUT port HDMI INPUT port VIDEO INPUT jacks LAN port DC IN port MONITOR ONLY LAN port CABLE/ANT (DIGITAL/ ANALOG) port MONITOR ONLY USB port USB port × 3 (Compliant with the USB 2.0 standard, the port with the mark supports USB charging.) J Memory module compartment cover K Media Access indicator "Memory Stick Duo"/SD memory card combined slot USB port × 3 (Compliant with the USB 3.0 standard.) i.LINK 4-pin (S400) port Headphones jack Microphone jack ASSIST button: Starts VAIO Care while your computer is on - easily tune-up and self support the computer. ˈˈOn selected models only. Support website http://esupport.sony.com/US/VAIO (USA) http://www.sony.ca/support/ (Canada: English) http://fr.sony.ca/support/ (Canada: French) http://esupport.sony.com/LA/VAIO (Latin American area) http://esupport.sony.com/BR/VAIO (Brazil)