Maintenance Using A Computer - Sony Xperia XZ3 User Manual

recommended to use a Wi-Fi network instead of a mobile network to download
new software so that you can avoid data traffic costs.
To install a system update
1 If you are sharing a device with multiple users, make sure you are logged in as the
owner.
2 Find and tap Settings > System > Advanced > Software update.
3 If a system update is available, tap CONTINUE, then tap Install now.
To set up automatic download of system updates
1 Find and tap Settings > System > Advanced > Software update.
2 Tap (Menu icon), then tap Settings > Auto update system.
3 Select the preferred option.
To enable or disable automatic updates for applications
1 Find and tap Settings > System > Advanced > Software update.
2 Tap (Menu icon), then tap Settings > Auto update apps.
3 Select the preferred option.
To update your device using a computer
1 Connect your device to the computer using a USB cable.
2 Make sure that the screen of your device is unlocked, and tap ALLOW.
3 Open Xperia Companion, if it is not automatically launched.
4 Make sure that the computer can access the internet.
5 Computer: If a new software update is detected, a pop-up window appears.
Follow the on-screen instructions to run the relevant software updates.
Note
If you don't have the Xperia Companion software installed on the relevant computer,
connect your device to the computer and follow the on-screen installation instructions.
Make sure that you are using the USB Type-C cable that came with your device and that it is
properly connected to the device and computer.

Maintenance using a computer

Xperia Companion
Xperia Companion is a software service which provides a collection of tools and
applications you can use when you connect your device to a computer. With Xperia
Companion, you can:
• Update or repair your device's software.
• Transfer your content from an old device using Xperia Transfer.
• Back up and restore content on your computer.
• Browse files on your device.
Managing files using a computer
Use a USB Type-C cable connection between a Windows computer and your device
to transfer and manage your files.
Once your device and the computer are connected, you can choose if you want to
charge your device or transfer files. Your computer will detect your device once you
tap ALLOW.
With Xperia Companion, you can access the file system of your device. If you do
not have Xperia Companion installed, you are requested to install it when you
connect your device to the computer.
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Internet version. For personal use only.