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... Connecting an External Microphone 92 Connecting a USB Device 93 Connecting an i.LINK Device 95 Customizing Your VAIO Computer 97 Setting the Password 98 Using the VAIO Control Center 103 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 104 Adding and Removing Memory 105 Precautions 111 Safety Information 112 Care and Maintenance Information 114 Handling Your Computer 115 Handling the...
... Connecting an External Microphone 92 Connecting a USB Device 93 Connecting an i.LINK Device 95 Customizing Your VAIO Computer 97 Setting the Password 98 Using the VAIO Control Center 103 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 104 Adding and Removing Memory 105 Precautions 111 Safety Information 112 Care and Maintenance Information 114 Handling Your Computer 115 Handling the...
User Guide
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...not install it yourself, if you are not familiar with upgrading memory on the model you purchased. For assistance, contact an authorized Sony Service Center. To find out about Your VAIO Computer (page 5). The type of module and the amount ...of your dealer to install a new memory module. ❑ You should not touch the connectors or open the memory module compartment cover. Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > n 104 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Your VAIO computer and memory...
...not install it yourself, if you are not familiar with upgrading memory on the model you purchased. For assistance, contact an authorized Sony Service Center. To find out about Your VAIO Computer (page 5). The type of module and the amount ...of your dealer to install a new memory module. ❑ You should not touch the connectors or open the memory module compartment cover. Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > n 104 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Your VAIO computer and memory...
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... procedures in the following : ❑ The procedures described in personal injury or equipment damage. ❑ ESD can damage electronic components. Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > Adding and Removing Memory n 105 N Adding and Removing Memory If you want to expand the functionality of your system. The package protects the module from the computer. This damage may...
... procedures in the following : ❑ The procedures described in personal injury or equipment damage. ❑ ESD can damage electronic components. Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > Adding and Removing Memory n 105 N Adding and Removing Memory If you want to expand the functionality of your system. The package protects the module from the computer. This damage may...
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... or shock ❑ Strong magnets or speakers that are not magnetically shielded ❑ Ambient temperature of your computer. Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > Adding and Removing Memory n 106 N ❑ Use the special bag supplied with the memory module or wrap the module in aluminum foil to protect it from ESD. ❑ Introducing any repair costs...
... or shock ❑ Strong magnets or speakers that are not magnetically shielded ❑ Ambient temperature of your computer. Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > Adding and Removing Memory n 106 N ❑ Use the special bag supplied with the memory module or wrap the module in aluminum foil to protect it from ESD. ❑ Introducing any repair costs...
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... to avoid damage to the screen frame. 3 Unscrew the screw (1) and remove the memory module compartment cover (2). 4 Touch a metal object to discharge static electricity. Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > Adding and Removing Memory n 107 N Removing and Installing a Memory Module To change or add a memory module 1 Shut down the computer, turn off all peripheral devices, and disconnect the...
... to avoid damage to the screen frame. 3 Unscrew the screw (1) and remove the memory module compartment cover (2). 4 Touch a metal object to discharge static electricity. Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > Adding and Removing Memory n 107 N Removing and Installing a Memory Module To change or add a memory module 1 Shut down the computer, turn off all peripheral devices, and disconnect the...
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n 108 N 6 Remove the new memory module from its packaging. The memory module is released. ❑ Make sure that the memory module tilts up and then pull it out in the direction of the arrow (4). Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > Adding and Removing Memory 5 Remove the currently installed memory module as follows: ❑ Pull the latches in the direction of the arrows (3).
n 108 N 6 Remove the new memory module from its packaging. The memory module is released. ❑ Make sure that the memory module tilts up and then pull it out in the direction of the arrow (4). Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > Adding and Removing Memory 5 Remove the currently installed memory module as follows: ❑ Pull the latches in the direction of the arrows (3).
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...you want to install only one memory module, be sure to the power source. 10 Turn on the motherboard. Do not touch any other components on all peripheral devices and then the computer. Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > Adding and Removing Memory 7 Slide the memory module into the memory module slot and push it ...in the open slot. Do not force the memory module into the slot in a wrong orientation, as it may...
...you want to install only one memory module, be sure to the power source. 10 Turn on the motherboard. Do not touch any other components on all peripheral devices and then the computer. Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > Adding and Removing Memory 7 Slide the memory module into the memory module slot and push it ...in the open slot. Do not force the memory module into the slot in a wrong orientation, as it may...
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Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > Adding and Removing Memory n 110 N Viewing the Amount of Memory To view the amount of system memory in the right pane. If the additional memory does not appear, repeat the 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 Control Center. 3 Click System Information and System Information.
Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > Adding and Removing Memory n 110 N Viewing the Amount of Memory To view the amount of system memory in the right pane. If the additional memory does not appear, repeat the 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 Control Center. 3 Click System Information and System Information.