Initial Setup
Parts and Controls
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Check supplied items
Install battery pack
Connect AC adapter
Turn on your
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VAIO® computer
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Built-in microphone
Built-in camera / indicator
DC IN port
LAN port
Monitor port
AC adapter
Power cord
Battery pack
HDMI output port
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Air exhaust vent
USB port x 3 (Compliant
with the USB 2.0
standard.)
USB port (Compliant
with the USB 3.0 standard
and supports USB
charging.)
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Quick
Start
Optical disc drive
Security slot
Microphone jack
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Headphones jack
Press and hold down the power button until
the power indicator light turns on.
With the battery pack installed on your
computer, plug the power cord and the AC
adapter into an AC outlet and the computer.
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The startup process will take a few minutes.
No action is required until the setup window
appears.
Features and specifications may vary and are
subject to change without notice.
Unlock the battery’s LOCK switch before
installing the battery, and then lock the
switch after installing.
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.
“Memory Stick Duo” slot
Media access indicator
SD memory card slot
WIRELESS indicator
Power indicator
Charge indicator
Disc drive indicator
ASSIST button
Starts VAIO Care while your computer is on -
easily tune-up and self support the computer.
WEB button
Launches the web browser - starts Windows,
then the web browser when your computer is
off.
Guide
VAIO button
Executes the assigned task – pressing and
holding down the button enables you to change
the task.
Built-in speakers
Connect to the
Locate User Guide
Start VAIO Care
Use Microsoft account
Touch pad
Press the bottom left of
the touch pad to click.
Power button
Internet
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An introduction of the User Guide is
available on your computer. Update to the
complete guide online by following the
steps below.
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.
Connect to the Internet to automatically
activate Windows.
Sign in to Windows with a Microsoft account
so that you can use and download apps
from Windows Store.
Wired connection
Care and Handling Tips
Open the charms by pointing to the top
right corner of the screen, then move the
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Connect your computer and router with a
LAN cable.
Open the charms by pointing to the top
right corner of the screen, then move the
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Use VAIO Update
Click VAIO Software.
Computer Handling
Liquid Damage
Protect your computer from contact with
liquids.
pointer down and click the
charm.
Settings
Do not exert pressure on your computer,
especially the LCD/touch screen or the AC
adapter cable.
Wi-Fi® (Wireless LAN) connection
pointer down and click the
charm.
Search
To use Windows Update, click the
Search charm and Settings, then search
Windows Update.
Open the charms by pointing to the top
right corner of the screen, then move the
Click Change PC settings, Users, and
Switch to a Microsoft account.
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Please read this manual and
Click Apps and enter “VAIO Manual” in the
search box.
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HDD Care
Safety Regulations carefully
before using the product.
Keep them in a safe place.
pointer down and click the
charm.
Settings
Follow the on-screen instructions.
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.
Create your Recovery Media
Click Advanced Tools.
Click VAIO Manual in the Apps list.
Click
(the network icon).
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Support websites
Recovery Media are not supplied with your
computer. Refer to the supplied Recovery,
Backup and Troubleshooting Guide
before creating the Recovery Media.
Select the desired network (SSID) and click
Connect.
http://esupport.sony.com/US/VAIO (USA)
Ventilation
Place your computer on hard surfaces such
as a desk or table. Proper air circulation
around vents is important to prevent
overheating.
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.
http://esupport.sony.com/LA/VAIO
(Latin American area)
Register your computer
Click About your VAIO.
Personal Computer
E Series SVE141/SVE151/SVE171
Printed in China
© 2012 Sony Corporation
http://esupport.sony.com/BR/VAIO (Brazil)
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