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vi VAIO MicroTower System Reference Replacing the Left Side Panel 27 Installing an Add-In Card 28 Removing an Add-in Card 29 Replacing the Lithium Battery 31 Installing System Memory 34 Removing a Memory Module 37 Detaching the Diskette Drive 39 Removing a Slot Cover 40 Covering an ...Slot 41 Installing an Internal Hard Disk Drive 42 Chapter 4 - System Board Connectors 48 Front Panel Header 48 Diskette Drive Connector 49 Memory Module (DIMM) Connectors 50 Slot Connectors 51 IDE Connectors 53 Power Connector 54 Optional Keyboard and Mouse Connectors 55 USB Connectors 56 Serial...
vi VAIO MicroTower System Reference Replacing the Left Side Panel 27 Installing an Add-In Card 28 Removing an Add-in Card 29 Replacing the Lithium Battery 31 Installing System Memory 34 Removing a Memory Module 37 Detaching the Diskette Drive 39 Removing a Slot Cover 40 Covering an ...Slot 41 Installing an Internal Hard Disk Drive 42 Chapter 4 - System Board Connectors 48 Front Panel Header 48 Diskette Drive Connector 49 Memory Module (DIMM) Connectors 50 Slot Connectors 51 IDE Connectors 53 Power Connector 54 Optional Keyboard and Mouse Connectors 55 USB Connectors 56 Serial...
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... (DIMMs 99 DIMM Configurations 99 L2 Cache 99 Graphics 100 Video 100 Audio 100 Communications 100 I /O Address Map 96 Memory Map 98 Chapter 9 - Miscellaneous Technical Information About User and Supervisor Passwords 90 Beep Code Error Messages 91 PCI Configuration Status And Error Messages 92 DMA ...
... (DIMMs 99 DIMM Configurations 99 L2 Cache 99 Graphics 100 Video 100 Audio 100 Communications 100 I /O Address Map 96 Memory Map 98 Chapter 9 - Miscellaneous Technical Information About User and Supervisor Passwords 90 Beep Code Error Messages 91 PCI Configuration Status And Error Messages 92 DMA ...
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... the two plastic tabs from inside the bottom of the chassis to remove it . KY0055.VSD 24 VAIO MicroTower System Reference Removing the Front Panel You must remove the front panel to install system memory, which requires pulling the diskette drive out about two inches. Follow steps 1 to 3 in the sequence shown...
... the two plastic tabs from inside the bottom of the chassis to remove it . KY0055.VSD 24 VAIO MicroTower System Reference Removing the Front Panel You must remove the front panel to install system memory, which requires pulling the diskette drive out about two inches. Follow steps 1 to 3 in the sequence shown...
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...damaged or leaking batteries. Removing, Installing, and Replacing Components 31 Replacing the Lithium Battery You may be too weak to power the CMOS memory. ! Although the computer can skip all remaining steps. 3 Compare all the BIOS options to their factory-default settings (see "Removing the Bottom Panel" on...page 73). When you restore the BIOS settings later. 4 Press ESC, then select Exit from the Start menu, and then selecting Restart the computer. 2 If the error message "Error: Check date and time settings"appears during the reboot sequence, press F3, then press F2 during the ...
...damaged or leaking batteries. Removing, Installing, and Replacing Components 31 Replacing the Lithium Battery You may be too weak to power the CMOS memory. ! Although the computer can skip all remaining steps. 3 Compare all the BIOS options to their factory-default settings (see "Removing the Bottom Panel" on...page 73). When you restore the BIOS settings later. 4 Press ESC, then select Exit from the Start menu, and then selecting Restart the computer. 2 If the error message "Error: Check date and time settings"appears during the reboot sequence, press F3, then press F2 during the ...
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... as shown in the following table. 34 VAIO MicroTower System Reference Installing System Memory ! the maximum memory size is shipped with 64 MB. ! Memory module configurations (MB)* Bank 0 0, 8, 16, 32, 64, 128 Bank 1 0, 8, 16, 32, 64, 128 * The PCV-E204 is 256 MB. The BIOS automatically detects the... exposed metal part of the memory modules. Hold the memory module only by its edges to prevent staticelectricity damage. 3 Choose the size of the computer and all attached peripherals, and then unplug the power cord. 1 If necessary, remove the memory module you wish to discharge ...
... as shown in the following table. 34 VAIO MicroTower System Reference Installing System Memory ! the maximum memory size is shipped with 64 MB. ! Memory module configurations (MB)* Bank 0 0, 8, 16, 32, 64, 128 Bank 1 0, 8, 16, 32, 64, 128 * The PCV-E204 is 256 MB. The BIOS automatically detects the... exposed metal part of the memory modules. Hold the memory module only by its edges to prevent staticelectricity damage. 3 Choose the size of the computer and all attached peripherals, and then unplug the power cord. 1 If necessary, remove the memory module you wish to discharge ...
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Pin 1 side Press down here Handles Bank 0 Bank 1 Memory module (DIMM) 1 Indicates pin 1 OM04586.VSD 5 Carefully but firmly insert the edge of the module into the socket. 6 Press down firmly and evenly at both ...
Pin 1 side Press down here Handles Bank 0 Bank 1 Memory module (DIMM) 1 Indicates pin 1 OM04586.VSD 5 Carefully but firmly insert the edge of the module into the socket. 6 Press down firmly and evenly at both ...
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Your computer automatically recognizes the extra memory and will configure itself accordingly when you turn it on page 27). No further action is required. 36 VAIO MicroTower System Reference 9 Replace the front panel (see "Replacing the Front Panel" on page 25). 10 Replace the left side panel (see "Replacing the Left Side Panel" on .
Your computer automatically recognizes the extra memory and will configure itself accordingly when you turn it on page 27). No further action is required. 36 VAIO MicroTower System Reference 9 Replace the front panel (see "Replacing the Front Panel" on page 25). 10 Replace the left side panel (see "Replacing the Left Side Panel" on .
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KY0073.VSD Removing, Installing, and Replacing Components 37 Removing a Memory Module You may need to remove. Before opening the system unit, save any open files, exit Windows, turn off the power of the computer and all attached peripherals, and then unplug the power cord. 1 Remove the left side panel (see "Removing the ... on page 39). 5 Remove any add-in cards (see "Removing an Add-in Card" on page 29) and other components as needed to access the memory modules. 6 Locate the memory module you wish to remove a memory module if you change the memory configuration or replace a bad module. !
KY0073.VSD Removing, Installing, and Replacing Components 37 Removing a Memory Module You may need to remove. Before opening the system unit, save any open files, exit Windows, turn off the power of the computer and all attached peripherals, and then unplug the power cord. 1 Remove the left side panel (see "Removing the ... on page 39). 5 Remove any add-in cards (see "Removing an Add-in Card" on page 29) and other components as needed to access the memory modules. 6 Locate the memory module you wish to remove a memory module if you change the memory configuration or replace a bad module. !
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Touch any exposed metal part of the memory module to discharge static electricity in a static-free bag. ! KY0043.VSD Push out Handles KY0042.VSD 8 Lift the memory module out by grasping it by its socket. 38 VAIO MicroTower System Reference 7 Push out the handle on each side of the chassis to eject the module from its edges. Store the module in your body before handling the memory module.
Touch any exposed metal part of the memory module to discharge static electricity in a static-free bag. ! KY0043.VSD Push out Handles KY0042.VSD 8 Lift the memory module out by grasping it by its socket. 38 VAIO MicroTower System Reference 7 Push out the handle on each side of the chassis to eject the module from its edges. Store the module in your body before handling the memory module.
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KY0074.VSD 2 Slide the diskette drive carrier out approximately two inches (enough to provide access to the memory modules). Be careful not to the plastic cover. The metal tab on the diskette drive may come close to hook the plastic LED and power-... when sliding the diskette drive in the chassis. If the plastic cover is accidentally removed, reattach it out approximately two inches to access the system memory. 1 Remove the two screws that secure the diskette drive carrier to the chassis. Removing, Installing, and Replacing Components 39 Detaching the Diskette Drive You need...
KY0074.VSD 2 Slide the diskette drive carrier out approximately two inches (enough to provide access to the memory modules). Be careful not to the plastic cover. The metal tab on the diskette drive may come close to hook the plastic LED and power-... when sliding the diskette drive in the chassis. If the plastic cover is accidentally removed, reattach it out approximately two inches to access the system memory. 1 Remove the two screws that secure the diskette drive carrier to the chassis. Removing, Installing, and Replacing Components 39 Detaching the Diskette Drive You need...
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Chapter 4 System Board This chapter identifies each component on the system board and provides a detailed description of each connector and jumper on the system board. Optional Keyboard, Mouse Processor CPU Fan Memory (not used) Power USB Display, COM1, Printer CPU Speed Mic In, Line In, Line Out, Game TV Out Modem In CD In Slot 3 (PCI) Slot 2 (PCI) Slot 1 (ISA) Fan 2 BIOS Configuration Diskette Secondary IDE Primary IDE PS Fan Battery Ring CHA Fan (not used) Front panel header OM04581.VSD 47
Chapter 4 System Board This chapter identifies each component on the system board and provides a detailed description of each connector and jumper on the system board. Optional Keyboard, Mouse Processor CPU Fan Memory (not used) Power USB Display, COM1, Printer CPU Speed Mic In, Line In, Line Out, Game TV Out Modem In CD In Slot 3 (PCI) Slot 2 (PCI) Slot 1 (ISA) Fan 2 BIOS Configuration Diskette Secondary IDE Primary IDE PS Fan Battery Ring CHA Fan (not used) Front panel header OM04581.VSD 47
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Memory module (DIMM) 1 Indicates pin 1 OM04908B.VSD 50 VAIO MicroTower System Reference Memory Module (DIMM) Connectors Bank 1 Bank 0 OM04710A.VSD Both sides of pin 1. The side with pin 1 has a small "1" to orient a DIMM correctly in the DIMM connector (a small triangle on the connector indicates pin 1). Be sure to the left of each Dual Inline Memory Module (DIMM) look very similar.
Memory module (DIMM) 1 Indicates pin 1 OM04908B.VSD 50 VAIO MicroTower System Reference Memory Module (DIMM) Connectors Bank 1 Bank 0 OM04710A.VSD Both sides of pin 1. The side with pin 1 has a small "1" to orient a DIMM correctly in the DIMM connector (a small triangle on the connector indicates pin 1). Be sure to the left of each Dual Inline Memory Module (DIMM) look very similar.
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...*: Heads*: Sectors*: Maximum Capacity*: Multi-Sector Transfers†: LBA Mode Control†: 32 Bit I/O†: Transfer Mode†: Ultra DMA Mode†: QuickBoot Mode: System Memory: Extended Memory: BIOS Setup Options 79 [None] [AUTO] NONE CD-ROM ATAPI Removable IDE Removable USER [0] [1] [0] 0 MB [Disabled] [Disabled] Enabled [Enabled] Disabled [Standard] Fast PIO 1 Fast...
...*: Heads*: Sectors*: Maximum Capacity*: Multi-Sector Transfers†: LBA Mode Control†: 32 Bit I/O†: Transfer Mode†: Ultra DMA Mode†: QuickBoot Mode: System Memory: Extended Memory: BIOS Setup Options 79 [None] [AUTO] NONE CD-ROM ATAPI Removable IDE Removable USER [0] [1] [0] 0 MB [Disabled] [Disabled] Enabled [Enabled] Disabled [Standard] Fast PIO 1 Fast...
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Chapter 8 Miscellaneous Technical Information This chapter contains information on the following subjects: u User and Supervisor password u Beep code error messages u PCI configuration status and error messages u DMA channel assignments u IRQ assignments u System I/O address map u Memory map 89
Chapter 8 Miscellaneous Technical Information This chapter contains information on the following subjects: u User and Supervisor password u Beep code error messages u PCI configuration status and error messages u DMA channel assignments u IRQ assignments u System I/O address map u Memory map 89
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...Jumper NVRAM Data Invalid, NVRAM Cleared Parallel Port Resource Conflict PCI Error Log is Full PCI I/O Port Conflict PCI IRQ Conflict PCI Memory Conflict Primary Boot Device Not Found Primary IDE Controller Resource Conflict Primary Input Device Not Found Primary Output Device Not Found Secondary IDE...IDE controller has requested a resource that is already in use . Serial port 1 has requested a resource that is already in use . 92 VAIO MicroTower System Reference PCI Configuration Status And Error Messages The following is a list of status and error messages that may appear on your system ...
...Jumper NVRAM Data Invalid, NVRAM Cleared Parallel Port Resource Conflict PCI Error Log is Full PCI I/O Port Conflict PCI IRQ Conflict PCI Memory Conflict Primary Boot Device Not Found Primary IDE Controller Resource Conflict Primary Input Device Not Found Primary Output Device Not Found Secondary IDE...IDE controller has requested a resource that is already in use . Serial port 1 has requested a resource that is already in use . 92 VAIO MicroTower System Reference PCI Configuration Status And Error Messages The following is a list of status and error messages that may appear on your system ...
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98 VAIO MicroTower System Reference Memory Map Address range 00000000 - 0009FFFF 000A0000 - 000AFFFF 000B0000 - 000BFFFF 000C0000 - 000CBFFF 000E0000 - 000FFFFF 00100000 - 03FFFFFF F4000000 - FBFFFFFF FFF80000 - FFFFFFFF Default configuration System board extension for ...
98 VAIO MicroTower System Reference Memory Map Address range 00000000 - 0009FFFF 000A0000 - 000AFFFF 000B0000 - 000BFFFF 000C0000 - 000CBFFF 000E0000 - 000FFFFF 00100000 - 03FFFFFF F4000000 - FBFFFFFF FFF80000 - FFFFFFFF Default configuration System board extension for ...
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... two sockets. Chapter 9 Specifications This chapter describes the technical specifications for the Sony PCV-E204. DIMMs can vary between sockets. DIMMs must be single-sided or double-sided. Processor 333 MHz Intel Pentium® II processor Memory Modules (DIMMs) Installed memory Maximum memory Voltage Pins SDRAM type 64 Mbytes SDRAM (66 MHz) 256 Mbytes in two...
... two sockets. Chapter 9 Specifications This chapter describes the technical specifications for the Sony PCV-E204. DIMMs can vary between sockets. DIMMs must be single-sided or double-sided. Processor 333 MHz Intel Pentium® II processor Memory Modules (DIMMs) Installed memory Maximum memory Voltage Pins SDRAM type 64 Mbytes SDRAM (66 MHz) 256 Mbytes in two...
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Video Video playback Output connectors Plug and Play "Sony-tuned" MPEG Digital Video supports full-screen playback at 30 fps, 640x480x16 Composite out, S Video out Configuration of DDC-compatible displays Audio Controller Surround sound ... 16 bits Mic (for microphone) Line In (from stereo audio source) Headphones (for Plug and Play displays. 100 VAIO MicroTower System Reference Graphics Controller* Rage Pro Turbo 1X (English) (DirectX) 64-bit AGP Video memory 4 Mbytes (installed) Resolution (displayed resolution depends on the graphics display you are using) True color (32 bits...
Video Video playback Output connectors Plug and Play "Sony-tuned" MPEG Digital Video supports full-screen playback at 30 fps, 640x480x16 Composite out, S Video out Configuration of DDC-compatible displays Audio Controller Surround sound ... 16 bits Mic (for microphone) Line In (from stereo audio source) Headphones (for Plug and Play displays. 100 VAIO MicroTower System Reference Graphics Controller* Rage Pro Turbo 1X (English) (DirectX) 64-bit AGP Video memory 4 Mbytes (installed) Resolution (displayed resolution depends on the graphics display you are using) True color (32 bits...
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... DVD-ROM drive CMOS - See Also BIOS codes, beeps 91 COM1 port - See Serial communications, specifications 100 composite video out connector 70 computer safety information ii configuration jumper BIOS recovery 67 CPU Speed 67 password clear 67 configuring BIOS setup utility 16 power management 17 system board 18 ... 57 Serial 57 telephone 72 TV-Out 70 connectors IDE 53 system board 48 USB 56 cover, slot 40 covering I/O slot 41 CPU - See memory module diskette drive connector 49 removing 39 103 See lithium battery beep codes 91 BIOS setup utility 16 advanced screen 80 boot screen 86 exit...
... DVD-ROM drive CMOS - See Also BIOS codes, beeps 91 COM1 port - See Serial communications, specifications 100 composite video out connector 70 computer safety information ii configuration jumper BIOS recovery 67 CPU Speed 67 password clear 67 configuring BIOS setup utility 16 power management 17 system board 18 ... 57 Serial 57 telephone 72 TV-Out 70 connectors IDE 53 system board 48 USB 56 cover, slot 40 covering I/O slot 41 CPU - See memory module diskette drive connector 49 removing 39 103 See lithium battery beep codes 91 BIOS setup utility 16 advanced screen 80 boot screen 86 exit...
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... slot specifications 101 expansion slots 13 expansion slots - 104 VAIO MicroTower System Reference display - See modem card fax/modem - See Also communications FCC Part 68 iv floppy drive - See Also system memory See monitor display, power management 17 DMA channel assignments 94... printer port 10 S video 10 serial port 1 9 telephone and line 12 USB ports 9 I/O slot covering 41 I /O address map memory map 98 specifications 99 memory - See diskette drive front panel removing 24 replacing 25 front panel header 48 front view 2 buttons and switches 4 connectors 5 drives 3 indicators...
... slot specifications 101 expansion slots 13 expansion slots - 104 VAIO MicroTower System Reference display - See modem card fax/modem - See Also communications FCC Part 68 iv floppy drive - See Also system memory See monitor display, power management 17 DMA channel assignments 94... printer port 10 S video 10 serial port 1 9 telephone and line 12 USB ports 9 I/O slot covering 41 I /O address map memory map 98 specifications 99 memory - See diskette drive front panel removing 24 replacing 25 front panel header 48 front view 2 buttons and switches 4 connectors 5 drives 3 indicators...