Let’s get started

1 Check supplied items

AC adapter

Power cord

Battery pack

2 Install battery pack

1Slide the battery LOCK switch outward.

2Slide the battery pack diagonally into the battery compartment and push down.

3Slide the battery LOCK switch inward.

 

 

Connect

 

 

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4

Power on

AC adapter

Plug the power cord into the AC adapter and

1 Lift the LCD screen lid.

an AC outlet, and then plug the AC adapter

2 Press the power button until the power

cable into your computer.

indicator light turns on.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

5 Locate User Guide
1Click Start > Help and Support.2Click Use my VAIO.3Click VAIO User Guide.

The illustrations in this document may appear different from your model.

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.

Attention!

Your computer takes a few minutes for the first startup. No action is required until the setup window appears.

Help and Support is easy to access, and provides important documents and helpful support resources such as setup tools, tutorials, and FAQs.

VGN-GS100 Series

What to do next

Update your computer
Create your recovery discs
Register your computer
VAIO Care & Handling Tips

VAIO Support Homepage http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ (USA) http://www.sony.ca/support/ (Canada) http://esupport.sony.com/LA/ (Latin American area) http://esupport.sony.com/BR/ (Brazil)

4-131-660-11(1) © 2009 Sony Corporation Printed in U.S.A.

Keep your computer updated by downloading updates from

Windows Update and VAIO Update, so that your computer can run more efficiently and securely.

Click Start , All Programs, Windows Update or VAIO Update.

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

Create your own recovery discs immediately, so that you can restore your computer to factory-installed settings in case of a system failure.

Click Start , Help and Support, Use my VAIO, andVAIO Recovery Center User Guide.

Recovery discs are not provided with your computer.

Register your computer online at the following URLs: http://www.sony.com/vaioregistration/ (USA) http://www.sonystyle.ca/registration/ (Canada) http://vaio.sony-latin.com/ (Latin America) http://esupport.sony.com/BR/ (Brazil)

Sony product registration is voluntary. Failure to register will not diminish your limited warranty rights.

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

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.