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...THE SOFTWARE, OR SUCH OTHER INFORMATION. Sony, VAIO, VAIO Slimtop, Memory Stick, and the VAIO logo are trademarks of their respective owners. All other trademarks are trademarks of the leak. ! Refer to the model and serial number when you call your VAIO computer to rain or moisture. The use... of a separate user license agreement. Model Number: PCV-L400/PCV-L600/ PCV-L600S Serial Number WARNING u To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose your Sony Service Center. u Never install telephone jacks in the vicinity of Sony. reserves the right to make any modification to report...
...THE SOFTWARE, OR SUCH OTHER INFORMATION. Sony, VAIO, VAIO Slimtop, Memory Stick, and the VAIO logo are trademarks of their respective owners. All other trademarks are trademarks of the leak. ! Refer to the model and serial number when you call your VAIO computer to rain or moisture. The use... of a separate user license agreement. Model Number: PCV-L400/PCV-L600/ PCV-L600S Serial Number WARNING u To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose your Sony Service Center. u Never install telephone jacks in the vicinity of Sony. reserves the right to make any modification to report...
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..., and VGA Monitor Connectors 51 LCD Monitor Connector (VAIO Slimtop LCD models only) .....53 Auxiliary (AUX) Connector 54 Wake On LAN (WOL_CON) Connector 55 Line In and Line Out Connectors 56 Phones and Mic Connectors 57 Sony Memory Stick Connector 58 Configuration Jumpers 59 CMOS Clear (CMOS...66 BIOS FEATURES SETUP Screen 67 CHIPSET FEATURES SETUP Screen 70 vi VAIO Computer Reference Manual Installing an Add-In Card 22 Removing an Add-in Card 23 Replacing the Lithium Battery 25 Installing System Memory 28 Removing a Memory Module 30 Removing a Slot Cover 32 Covering an Open I/O ...
..., and VGA Monitor Connectors 51 LCD Monitor Connector (VAIO Slimtop LCD models only) .....53 Auxiliary (AUX) Connector 54 Wake On LAN (WOL_CON) Connector 55 Line In and Line Out Connectors 56 Phones and Mic Connectors 57 Sony Memory Stick Connector 58 Configuration Jumpers 59 CMOS Clear (CMOS...66 BIOS FEATURES SETUP Screen 67 CHIPSET FEATURES SETUP Screen 70 vi VAIO Computer Reference Manual Installing an Add-In Card 22 Removing an Add-in Card 23 Replacing the Lithium Battery 25 Installing System Memory 28 Removing a Memory Module 30 Removing a Slot Cover 32 Covering an Open I/O ...
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... IDE HDD AUTO DETECTION Screen 77 SAVE & EXIT SETUP Screen 77 EXIT WITHOUT SAVING Screen 77 Chapter 7 - Specifications Processors 91 Chipset 91 PCI Bus 91 Memory Modules (DIMMs 91 DIMM Configurations 92 L2 Cache 92 Graphics 92 Audio 93 Communications 93 I /O Address Map 86...
... IDE HDD AUTO DETECTION Screen 77 SAVE & EXIT SETUP Screen 77 EXIT WITHOUT SAVING Screen 77 Chapter 7 - Specifications Processors 91 Chipset 91 PCI Bus 91 Memory Modules (DIMMs 91 DIMM Configurations 92 L2 Cache 92 Graphics 92 Audio 93 Communications 93 I /O Address Map 86...
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Identifying Components Slots 7 F C H D D D PC Card Slot Memory Stick Media Slot SHA0006.VSD Slot PC Card Slot Memory Stick™ Media Slot Description Accommodates one Type II PCMCIA card Accommodates Memory Stick media
Identifying Components Slots 7 F C H D D D PC Card Slot Memory Stick Media Slot SHA0006.VSD Slot PC Card Slot Memory Stick™ Media Slot Description Accommodates one Type II PCMCIA card Accommodates Memory Stick media
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...this list when you remove the lithium battery, all values stored in the CMOS memory (BIOS setup values and Plug and Play values) may be lost. You will be too weak to their default values. Although the computer can skip all remaining steps. 3 Compare all the BIOS options that the settings... will refer to their default settings (see "CMOS Setup Options" on page 65). Do not disassemble it or dispose of it off the computer and unplug the power cord. 7 Remove the system cover (see "Accessing the CMOS Setup Utility" on page 20). The Exit Discarding Changes is ...
...this list when you remove the lithium battery, all values stored in the CMOS memory (BIOS setup values and Plug and Play values) may be lost. You will be too weak to their default values. Although the computer can skip all remaining steps. 3 Compare all the BIOS options that the settings... will refer to their default settings (see "CMOS Setup Options" on page 65). Do not disassemble it or dispose of it off the computer and unplug the power cord. 7 Remove the system cover (see "Accessing the CMOS Setup Utility" on page 20). The Exit Discarding Changes is ...
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...The PCV-L600 and PCV-L600S are shipped with 100 MHz memory. Does not support EDO memory or buffered DIMM memory. The maximum memory size is 8 MB. Do not mix 66 MHz memory with 128 MB. Supports SDRAM memory. Touch any open files, exit Windows, turn off the power of the memory module ...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 256 MB on all models. ! 28 VAIO Computer Reference Manual Installing System Memory ! Before opening the system unit, save ...
...The PCV-L600 and PCV-L600S are shipped with 100 MHz memory. Does not support EDO memory or buffered DIMM memory. The maximum memory size is 8 MB. Do not mix 66 MHz memory with 128 MB. Supports SDRAM memory. Touch any open files, exit Windows, turn off the power of the memory module ...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 256 MB on all models. ! 28 VAIO Computer Reference Manual Installing System Memory ! Before opening the system unit, save ...
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..., and Replacing Components 29 4 Align the module over the appropriate socket, noting the location of the module. Pin 1 side DIMM2 DIMM1 Press down here Handles Memory module (DIMM) 1 Indicates pin 1 OM04586.VSD 5 Carefully but firmly insert the edge of the module into place. 7 Replace the system cover (see "Replacing the ... straight up and locked into the slot on each side of the module until the module is fully seated. When the module is required. Your computer automatically recognizes the extra memory and configures itself accordingly when you turn it on the socket.
..., and Replacing Components 29 4 Align the module over the appropriate socket, noting the location of the module. Pin 1 side DIMM2 DIMM1 Press down here Handles Memory module (DIMM) 1 Indicates pin 1 OM04586.VSD 5 Carefully but firmly insert the edge of the module into place. 7 Replace the system cover (see "Replacing the ... straight up and locked into the slot on each side of the module until the module is fully seated. When the module is required. Your computer automatically recognizes the extra memory and configures itself accordingly when you turn it on the socket.
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KY0073.VSD 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 system cover (see "Removing the System Cover" on page 20). 2 Locate the memory module you change the memory configuration or replace a bad module. ! 30 VAIO Computer Reference Manual Removing a Memory Module You may need to remove a memory module if you wish to remove.
KY0073.VSD 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 system cover (see "Removing the System Cover" on page 20). 2 Locate the memory module you change the memory configuration or replace a bad module. ! 30 VAIO Computer Reference Manual Removing a Memory Module You may need to remove a memory module if you wish to remove.
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Removing, Installing, and Replacing Components 31 3 Push out the handle on each side of the chassis to eject the module from its edges. KY0043.VSD Touch any exposed metal part of the memory module to discharge static electricity in a static-free bag. ! Push out Handles KY0042.VSD 4 Lift the memory module out by grasping it by its socket. Store the module in your body before handling the memory module.
Removing, Installing, and Replacing Components 31 3 Push out the handle on each side of the chassis to eject the module from its edges. KY0043.VSD Touch any exposed metal part of the memory module to discharge static electricity in a static-free bag. ! Push out Handles KY0042.VSD 4 Lift the memory module out by grasping it by its socket. Store the module in your body before handling the memory module.
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Multiplier VGA Monitor USB1 Line In Line Out AUX LCD Monitor Keyboard/Mouse Battery VGAEN CMOS Clear INTEN Front Panel USB2 CPU Fan Reset Secondary IDE PS Fan Sony Memory Stick Wake On LAN PCI Riser Slot Memory Volume Phone Mic OM04581.VSD 35 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. Primary IDE Floppy Power CPU Printer Serial CPU Bus Freq.
Multiplier VGA Monitor USB1 Line In Line Out AUX LCD Monitor Keyboard/Mouse Battery VGAEN CMOS Clear INTEN Front Panel USB2 CPU Fan Reset Secondary IDE PS Fan Sony Memory Stick Wake On LAN PCI Riser Slot Memory Volume Phone Mic OM04581.VSD 35 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. Primary IDE Floppy Power CPU Printer Serial CPU Bus Freq.
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Memory module (DIMM) 1 Indicates pin 1 OM04908B.VSD 46 VAIO Computer Reference Manual Memory Module (DIMM) Connectors DIMM1 DIMM2 OM04710A.VSD Both sides of pin 1. Be sure to the left of each Dual Inline Memory Module (DIMM) look very similar. 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).
Memory module (DIMM) 1 Indicates pin 1 OM04908B.VSD 46 VAIO Computer Reference Manual Memory Module (DIMM) Connectors DIMM1 DIMM2 OM04710A.VSD Both sides of pin 1. Be sure to the left of each Dual Inline Memory Module (DIMM) look very similar. 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).
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58 VAIO Computer Reference Manual Sony Memory Stick Connector The Sony Memory Stick connector is a 10-pin MCR 103-10S connector. Sony Memory Stick Sony Memory Stick connector Pin Signal 1 VSS 2 BS 3 Reserved 4 DIO 5 Reserved 6 INS 7 Reserved 8 SCLK 9 VCC 10 VSS KY0097.VSD
58 VAIO Computer Reference Manual Sony Memory Stick Connector The Sony Memory Stick connector is a 10-pin MCR 103-10S connector. Sony Memory Stick Sony Memory Stick connector Pin Signal 1 VSS 2 BS 3 Reserved 4 DIO 5 Reserved 6 INS 7 Reserved 8 SCLK 9 VCC 10 VSS KY0097.VSD
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DBFFF Shadow: DC000 - CFFFF Shadow: D0000 - D3FFF Shadow: D4000 - CBFFF Shadow: CC000 - D7FFF Shadow: D8000 - 68 VAIO Computer Reference Manual HDD S.M.A.R.T. capability: OS/2 Onboard Memory > 64M: Silent Boot: Boot Up Sound: Boot Up Volume:* PCI/VGA Palette Snoop: Video ROM BIOS Shadow: C8000 - DFFFF Shadow: Boot Up NumLock Status: Typematic ...
DBFFF Shadow: DC000 - CFFFF Shadow: D0000 - D3FFF Shadow: D4000 - CBFFF Shadow: CC000 - D7FFF Shadow: D8000 - 68 VAIO Computer Reference Manual HDD S.M.A.R.T. capability: OS/2 Onboard Memory > 64M: Silent Boot: Boot Up Sound: Boot Up Volume:* PCI/VGA Palette Snoop: Video ROM BIOS Shadow: C8000 - DFFFF Shadow: Boot Up NumLock Status: Typematic ...
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CMOS Setup Options 71 Graphics Aperture Size: Video Memory Cache Mode: PCI 2.1 Support: Memory Hole At 15M-16M: DRAM are 64 (Not 72) bits wide Data Integrity Mode: Onboard FDC Controller: Onboard FDC Swap A & B: Onboard Serial Port 1: Onboard Serial ...
CMOS Setup Options 71 Graphics Aperture Size: Video Memory Cache Mode: PCI 2.1 Support: Memory Hole At 15M-16M: DRAM are 64 (Not 72) bits wide Data Integrity Mode: Onboard FDC Controller: Onboard FDC Swap A & B: Onboard Serial Port 1: Onboard Serial ...
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Chapter 7 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 u PCI configuration space map 79
Chapter 7 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 u PCI configuration space map 79
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... 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... in a conflict. The designated primary input device (keyboard, mouse, or other , if input is redirected) could not be found . 82 VAIO Computer Reference Manual PCI Configuration Status and Error Messages The following is a list of status and error messages that is already in use. The NVRAM ...
... 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... in a conflict. The designated primary input device (keyboard, mouse, or other , if input is redirected) could not be found . 82 VAIO Computer Reference Manual PCI Configuration Status and Error Messages The following is a list of status and error messages that is already in use. The NVRAM ...
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88 VAIO Computer Reference Manual Memory Map Address range 001000000 - 18000000 000FC000 - 000FFFFF 000FA000 - 000FBFFF 000F9000 - 000F9FFF 000F8000 - 000F8FFF 000E8000 - 000F7FFF 000E0000 - 000E7FFF 000C8000 - 000DFFFF 000A0000 - 000C7FFF 0009FC00 - 0009FFFF 00080000 - 0009FBFF 00000000 - 0007FFFF Default configuration Extended memory Boot block... BIOS POST BIOS (available in UMB) Available high-DOS memory (ISA and PCI bus) Video memory and BIOS Extended BIOS data (moveable by memory manager software) Extended conventional memory Conventional memory I/O addresses that may be used by add-in...
88 VAIO Computer Reference Manual Memory Map Address range 001000000 - 18000000 000FC000 - 000FFFFF 000FA000 - 000FBFFF 000F9000 - 000F9FFF 000F8000 - 000F8FFF 000E8000 - 000F7FFF 000E0000 - 000E7FFF 000C8000 - 000DFFFF 000A0000 - 000C7FFF 0009FC00 - 0009FFFF 00080000 - 0009FBFF 00000000 - 0007FFFF Default configuration Extended memory Boot block... BIOS POST BIOS (available in UMB) Available high-DOS memory (ISA and PCI bus) Video memory and BIOS Extended BIOS data (moveable by memory manager software) Extended conventional memory Conventional memory I/O addresses that may be used by add-in...
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... SDRAM type PCV-L400: 64 Mbytes SDRAM PCV-L600/PCV-L600S: 128 Mbytes SDRAM 256 Mbytes (128Mbytes in each socket) 3.3 V memory only 168-pins with gold-plated contacts PC100 (100 MHz), 60 ns, unrestricted CAS latency 3, unbuffered, Intel 4-clock, 64 bits (non-ECC) 91 Chapter 8 Specifications This chapter describes the technical specifications for the Sony PCV-L400, PCV-L600, and PCV-L600S computers.
... SDRAM type PCV-L400: 64 Mbytes SDRAM PCV-L600/PCV-L600S: 128 Mbytes SDRAM 256 Mbytes (128Mbytes in each socket) 3.3 V memory only 168-pins with gold-plated contacts PC100 (100 MHz), 60 ns, unrestricted CAS latency 3, unbuffered, Intel 4-clock, 64 bits (non-ECC) 91 Chapter 8 Specifications This chapter describes the technical specifications for the Sony PCV-L400, PCV-L600, and PCV-L600S computers.
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...in either socket. DIMMs must be single- 92 VAIO Computer Reference Manual DIMM Configurations DIMM1* 0, 16, 32, 64, 128 DIMM2* 0, 16, 32, 64, 128 * The PCV-L400 is unbuffered DIMM, specification Rev. 1.0 or later. Memory can vary between sockets. Memory size can be installed in processor), direct-mapped organization...MB. Do not mix 66 MHz memory with 128 MB. Does not support EDO memory or buffered DIMM memory. DIMMs can be 3.3V unbuffered 4-clock, 64-bit or 72-bit, 66 MHz or 100 MHz SDRAM module. or double-sided. The PCV-L600 and PCV-L600S are shipped with 100 MHz...
...in either socket. DIMMs must be single- 92 VAIO Computer Reference Manual DIMM Configurations DIMM1* 0, 16, 32, 64, 128 DIMM2* 0, 16, 32, 64, 128 * The PCV-L400 is unbuffered DIMM, specification Rev. 1.0 or later. Memory can vary between sockets. Memory size can be installed in processor), direct-mapped organization...MB. Do not mix 66 MHz memory with 128 MB. Does not support EDO memory or buffered DIMM memory. DIMMs can be 3.3V unbuffered 4-clock, 64-bit or 72-bit, 66 MHz or 100 MHz SDRAM module. or double-sided. The PCV-L600 and PCV-L600S are shipped with 100 MHz...
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... setup screen 75 standard CMOS setup 66 codes, beeps 81 COM1 port - See lithium battery beep codes 81 BIOS - See serial port communications specifications 93 computer safety information ii configuration jumpers CMOS clear 59 interrupt enable 61 VGA enable 60 configuration space map, PCI 90 configuring CMOS setup utility 14 power... LCD monitor 53 line 63 Line In 56 Line Out 56 Mic 57 modem card 63 monitor 9 Phones 57 power 47 printer 51 serial 51 Sony Memory Stick 58 system board 36 telephone 63 USB 6, 50 VGA monitor 51 95 Index A add-in card installing 22 removing 23 address map, system 86...
... setup screen 75 standard CMOS setup 66 codes, beeps 81 COM1 port - See lithium battery beep codes 81 BIOS - See serial port communications specifications 93 computer safety information ii configuration jumpers CMOS clear 59 interrupt enable 61 VGA enable 60 configuration space map, PCI 90 configuring CMOS setup utility 14 power... LCD monitor 53 line 63 Line In 56 Line Out 56 Mic 57 modem card 63 monitor 9 Phones 57 power 47 printer 51 serial 51 Sony Memory Stick 58 system board 36 telephone 63 USB 6, 50 VGA monitor 51 95 Index A add-in card installing 22 removing 23 address map, system 86...