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... disk drive, confirm their operating system compatibility and required operating conditions. customers only. Sony, VAIO, the VAIO logo, VAIO Digital Studio, VAIO Media, VAIO Media Music Server, VAIO Media Photo Server, VAIO Media Video Server, Click to U.S. Intel and Pentium are trademarks or registered trademarks... of the software product(s) requires agreement to your compatible i.LINK device for Canadian customers: Your new VAIO computer includes certain software versions or upgrades, and Internet services or offers that a product contains an IEEE 1394 connection. The i.LINK connection ...
... disk drive, confirm their operating system compatibility and required operating conditions. customers only. Sony, VAIO, the VAIO logo, VAIO Digital Studio, VAIO Media, VAIO Media Music Server, VAIO Media Photo Server, VAIO Media Video Server, Click to U.S. Intel and Pentium are trademarks or registered trademarks... of the software product(s) requires agreement to your compatible i.LINK device for Canadian customers: Your new VAIO computer includes certain software versions or upgrades, and Internet services or offers that a product contains an IEEE 1394 connection. The i.LINK connection ...
User Guide
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......87 Connecting a Printer ...89 Connecting an i.LINK Device ...90 Connecting to a Network (LAN) ...92 Customizing Your VAIO Computer ...93 Setting the Password ...94 Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Central ...97 Using the Power Saving Modes ...98 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer...101 Adding and Removing Memory...102 Precautions ...108 On Handling the LCD Screen ...109 On Using...
......87 Connecting a Printer ...89 Connecting an i.LINK Device ...90 Connecting to a Network (LAN) ...92 Customizing Your VAIO Computer ...93 Setting the Password ...94 Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Central ...97 Using the Power Saving Modes ...98 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer...101 Adding and Removing Memory...102 Precautions ...108 On Handling the LCD Screen ...109 On Using...
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..., if you are not familiar with upgrading memory on a computer. ❑ You do not touch the connectors or open the memory module compartment cover. To find the nearest center or agent, see the online Specifications. For assistance, contact an authorized Sony Service Center. n 101 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Your VAIO computer and memory modules use high precision...
..., if you are not familiar with upgrading memory on a computer. ❑ You do not touch the connectors or open the memory module compartment cover. To find the nearest center or agent, see the online Specifications. For assistance, contact an authorized Sony Service Center. n 101 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Your VAIO computer and memory modules use high precision...
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... links, networks, or modems before you open the memory module package before you are compatible with your computer. n 102 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Adding and Removing Memory If you want to expand the functionality of your computer, you upgrade your computer's memory, read the notes and procedures in the following : ❑ The procedures described in this document...
... links, networks, or modems before you open the memory module package before you are compatible with your computer. n 102 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Adding and Removing Memory If you want to expand the functionality of your computer, you upgrade your computer's memory, read the notes and procedures in the following : ❑ The procedures described in this document...
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... vibration or shock ❑ Strong magnets or speakers that are not magnetically shielded ❑ Ambient temperature of the components and circuit boards inside your computer. n 103 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer ❑ Use the special bag delivered with the memory module or wrap the module in aluminum foil to protect it from electrostatic discharge. ❑...
... vibration or shock ❑ Strong magnets or speakers that are not magnetically shielded ❑ Ambient temperature of the components and circuit boards inside your computer. n 103 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer ❑ Use the special bag delivered with the memory module or wrap the module in aluminum foil to protect it from electrostatic discharge. ❑...
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n 104 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Removing and Installing a Memory Module To change or add a memory module 1 Shut down the computer and turn off all peripheral devices. 2 Remove the back panel cover (1), unplug the computer, and then disconnect all peripheral devices. 3 Wait until the computer cools down.
n 104 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Removing and Installing a Memory Module To change or add a memory module 1 Shut down the computer and turn off all peripheral devices. 2 Remove the back panel cover (1), unplug the computer, and then disconnect all peripheral devices. 3 Wait until the computer cools down.
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4 Unscrew the screw (2) and remove the memory module compartment cover (3). The memory module is released. ❑ Make sure that the memory module tilts up and then pull it out in the direction of the arrow (2). n 105 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 5 Touch a metal object (such as the chassis frame) to discharge static electricity. 6 Remove the memory module: ❑ Pull the latches in the direction of the arrows (1).
4 Unscrew the screw (2) and remove the memory module compartment cover (3). The memory module is released. ❑ Make sure that the memory module tilts up and then pull it out in the direction of the arrow (2). n 105 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 5 Touch a metal object (such as the chassis frame) to discharge static electricity. 6 Remove the memory module: ❑ Pull the latches in the direction of the arrows (1).
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Do not touch any other components on the motherboard. 9 Replace the memory module compartment cover and tighten the screw. 10 Plug the computer, connect all peripheral devices, replace the back panel cover, and then turn on the computer. n 106 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 7 Remove the new memory module from its packaging. 8 Slide the memory module into the memory module slot and push it in until it clicks into place. !
Do not touch any other components on the motherboard. 9 Replace the memory module compartment cover and tighten the screw. 10 Plug the computer, connect all peripheral devices, replace the back panel cover, and then turn on the computer. n 106 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 7 Remove the new memory module from its packaging. 8 Slide the memory module into the memory module slot and push it in until it clicks into place. !
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If the additional memory does not appear, repeat the whole installation procedure and restart the computer. You can view the amount of memory 1 Turn on the computer. 2 Click Start, All Programs, and VAIO Central. n 107 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Viewing the Amount of Memory To view the amount of system memory. The VAIO Central window appears. 3 Click the System Information tab. 4 Double-click the System Information folder. 5 Double-click the System Information icon.
If the additional memory does not appear, repeat the whole installation procedure and restart the computer. You can view the amount of memory 1 Turn on the computer. 2 Click Start, All Programs, and VAIO Central. n 107 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Viewing the Amount of Memory To view the amount of system memory. The VAIO Central window appears. 3 Click the System Information tab. 4 Double-click the System Information folder. 5 Double-click the System Information icon.
