2 Installbattery pack1 Slide the battery LOCK switch inward.2 Slide the battery pack diagonally into thebattery compartment and push down.3 Slide the battery LOCK switch outward.1 Checksupplied items 3 ConnectAC adapterPlug the power cord into the AC adapter andthen into an AC outlet. Then plug the ACadapter cable into your computer.Be sure to connect the AC adapter to your computerwhen using it for the first few times to ensure thebattery becomes fully charged.4 Power on1 Lift the LCD screen lid.2 Press the power button until the powerindicator light turns on.AttentionYour computer takes a few minutes for thefirst startup. No action is required until thesetup window appears.5 LocateUser Guide1 Click Start > Help and Support.2 Click Use my VAIO.3 Click VAIO User Guide.Help and Support is easy to access, and providesimportant documents and helpful supportresources such as setup tools, tutorials, and FAQs.What to do nextLet’s get startedUpdate your computer Create your recoverydiscs Start the SmartWi™Connection UtilityLCD HandlingAvoid placing heavy objects on top of your computer orexerting pressure on its lid when closed.HDD CareAvoid moving your computer while it is turned on or inthe process of powering on or shutting down.Liquid DamagePrevent liquids from coming into contact with yourcomputer.VentilationPlace your computer on hard surfaces, such as a desk ortable. Proper air circulation around vents is important toreduce heat.AC AdapterDo not put stress on the AC adapter cable connected toyour computer.Care & Handling TipsTo protect your investment and maximize its lifespan,we encourage you to follow these guidelines.Keep your computer updated bydownloading updates fromWindows Update and VAIO Update, so thatyour computer can run more efficiently andsecurely.Click Start , All Programs,Windows Update or VAIO Update.Your computer must be connected to the Internet todownload the updates.Create your own recovery discs immediately,so that you can restore your computer tofactory-installed settings in case of a systemfailure.For details, refer to the on-screenVAIO Recovery Center User Guide underUse my VAIO in Help and Support.Recovery discs are not provided with your computer.Use the SmartWi™ Connection Utility tomanage wireless connections. Available on selected models only.Click Start , All Programs, andSmartWi Connection Utility.See the help file included with theSmartWi Connection Utility for more information.AC adapterPower cordBattery packThe illustrations in this document may appeardifferent from your model.VAIO Support Homepagehttp://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ (USA)http://sony.ca/support/ (Canada)http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/LA/ (Latin American area)http://esupport.sony.com/BR/ (Brazil)Features and specifications may vary and are subject to change without notice.VGN-SR Series4-161-253-11 (1) © 2009 Sony Corporation Printed in U.S.A.