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... models 46 To set up the new hard drive with the startup disk (PCV-RX490TV model only 49 To identify the additional hard disk space for Giga Pocket use (PCV-RX490TV model only 49 Removing the Power Supply 50 Replacing the Power Supply 51 Chapter 4 - System Board 53 Connectors and Headers 54 Front Panel Header ...Aux Power Headers 60 Keyboard and Mouse Ports 62 USB Ports and USB Header 63 Ethernet Port 65 Serial , Printer, and i.LINK Ports 65 Fan Headers 69 Game Port 70 Headphones, Line In, Mic Jacks 71 i.LINK Headers 72 CD-IN Header 73 AUX-IN Header 74 Video Header 75 xii VAIO...
... models 46 To set up the new hard drive with the startup disk (PCV-RX490TV model only 49 To identify the additional hard disk space for Giga Pocket use (PCV-RX490TV model only 49 Removing the Power Supply 50 Replacing the Power Supply 51 Chapter 4 - System Board 53 Connectors and Headers 54 Front Panel Header ...Aux Power Headers 60 Keyboard and Mouse Ports 62 USB Ports and USB Header 63 Ethernet Port 65 Serial , Printer, and i.LINK Ports 65 Fan Headers 69 Game Port 70 Headphones, Line In, Mic Jacks 71 i.LINK Headers 72 CD-IN Header 73 AUX-IN Header 74 Video Header 75 xii VAIO...
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A 6-pin i.LINK header can supply power from the computer to a 6-pin i.LINK device, use the i.LINK header on the back of the system. Connects to USB devices. * To connect to the device if the device also has a 6-pin i.LINK header. A 4-pin i.LINK header cannot supply power to a digital device that has a 4-pin i.LINK header. 8 VAIO Digital Studio™ System Reference Manual Connectors PCV-RX462DS/PCV-RX463DS/PCV-RX465DS/PCV-RX470DS/PCV-RX480DS USB3, USB4 i.LINK Connector i.LINK® (IEEE1394)* USB3, USB4 Description Connects to the device.
A 6-pin i.LINK header can supply power from the computer to a 6-pin i.LINK device, use the i.LINK header on the back of the system. Connects to USB devices. * To connect to the device if the device also has a 6-pin i.LINK header. A 4-pin i.LINK header cannot supply power to a digital device that has a 4-pin i.LINK header. 8 VAIO Digital Studio™ System Reference Manual Connectors PCV-RX462DS/PCV-RX463DS/PCV-RX465DS/PCV-RX470DS/PCV-RX480DS USB3, USB4 i.LINK Connector i.LINK® (IEEE1394)* USB3, USB4 Description Connects to the device.
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The 6-pin port supplies 10 V to 12 V and a maximum power of 6 watts. ✍ i.LINK is a trademark of Sony used only to your compatible i.LINK device for information on operating conditions and proper connections. Before connecting compatible i.LINK PC peripherals ...pin i.LINK port. The 4-pin i.LINK port at the bottom of the front panel does not supply power. 6-pin i.LINK (IEEE1394) 4-pin i.LINK (IEEE1394) On back of system At bottom of the system can supply power from the computer to the documentation that a product contains an IEEE1394 connection. Identifying Components 17 i.LINK...
The 6-pin port supplies 10 V to 12 V and a maximum power of 6 watts. ✍ i.LINK is a trademark of Sony used only to your compatible i.LINK device for information on operating conditions and proper connections. Before connecting compatible i.LINK PC peripherals ...pin i.LINK port. The 4-pin i.LINK port at the bottom of the front panel does not supply power. 6-pin i.LINK (IEEE1394) 4-pin i.LINK (IEEE1394) On back of system At bottom of the system can supply power from the computer to the documentation that a product contains an IEEE1394 connection. Identifying Components 17 i.LINK...
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Pull out tab to access the system board, add-in cards, power supply, battery, memory, and internal drives. 1 From the rear of the unit, pull the metal tab shown in the next diagram. 2 Pull the top of the cover away from the unit about two inches, then gently lift out the cover. 28 VAIO Digital Studio™ System Reference Manual Removing the Side Cover You must remove the side cover to release front panel Pull out top a few inches, then lift out
Pull out tab to access the system board, add-in cards, power supply, battery, memory, and internal drives. 1 From the rear of the unit, pull the metal tab shown in the next diagram. 2 Pull the top of the cover away from the unit about two inches, then gently lift out the cover. 28 VAIO Digital Studio™ System Reference Manual Removing the Side Cover You must remove the side cover to release front panel Pull out top a few inches, then lift out
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... body may damage sensitive components on the card. As a precaution, touch any exposed metal part on the metal chassis (preferably the metal part on the power supply) before handling an add-in card to discharge any static electricity in your body. 5 If you do not touch any components or contacts on the...
... body may damage sensitive components on the card. As a precaution, touch any exposed metal part on the metal chassis (preferably the metal part on the power supply) before handling an add-in card to discharge any static electricity in your body. 5 If you do not touch any components or contacts on the...
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... must be filled with at the edge of RIMM™ memory if you wish to replace (see "Removing the Power Supply" on the handle at least 128 MB of the memory modules. Hold the memory module only by its anti-static package. Before opening the system unit, save... module you purchased it through the VAIO Direct Web site. ✍ Use only PC-800 Rambus RIMM memory modules. Removing, Installing, and Replacing Components 37 Installing System Memory ! Memory module configurations (MB)* RIMM1 RIMM2 0, 8, 16, 32, 64, 128, 256 0, 8, 16, 32, 64, 128, 256 * All models ship with...
... must be filled with at the edge of RIMM™ memory if you wish to replace (see "Removing the Power Supply" on the handle at least 128 MB of the memory modules. Hold the memory module only by its anti-static package. Before opening the system unit, save... module you purchased it through the VAIO Direct Web site. ✍ Use only PC-800 Rambus RIMM memory modules. Removing, Installing, and Replacing Components 37 Installing System Memory ! Memory module configurations (MB)* RIMM1 RIMM2 0, 8, 16, 32, 64, 128, 256 0, 8, 16, 32, 64, 128, 256 * All models ship with...
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...in the PCV-RX490TV model. 9 Align the module over the appropriate socket, noting the location of pin 1 on the module and pin 1 on the card. Static electricity in your body. ! As a precaution, touch any exposed metal part on the metal chassis (preferably the metal part on the power supply) before ...handling an add-in card to side. ! 38 VAIO Digital Studio™ System Reference Manual 8 Remove the AGP add-in card. ✍ Grasp the card with one hand ...
...in the PCV-RX490TV model. 9 Align the module over the appropriate socket, noting the location of pin 1 on the module and pin 1 on the card. Static electricity in your body. ! As a precaution, touch any exposed metal part on the metal chassis (preferably the metal part on the power supply) before ...handling an add-in card to side. ! 38 VAIO Digital Studio™ System Reference Manual 8 Remove the AGP add-in card. ✍ Grasp the card with one hand ...
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...and locked into the slot on the AGP card. 13 Replace the power supply (see "Replacing the Power Supply" on page 51). 14 Replace the side cover (see "Replacing the Side Cover" on page 29). 15 Reconnect the power cord and turn on the computer. Your computer automatically recognizes the extra... memory and will configure itself accordingly when you turn on the computer. 40 VAIO Digital ...
...and locked into the slot on the AGP card. 13 Replace the power supply (see "Replacing the Power Supply" on page 51). 14 Replace the side cover (see "Replacing the Side Cover" on page 29). 15 Reconnect the power cord and turn on the computer. Your computer automatically recognizes the extra... memory and will configure itself accordingly when you turn on the computer. 40 VAIO Digital ...
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... you wish to remove. ✍ The memory modules are located beneath the power supply. 4 Push down the computer, and unplug the power cord. 1 Remove the side cover (see "Removing the Side Cover" on page 28). 2 Remove the power supply (see "Removing the Power Supply" on each side of the chassis to discharge static electricity in your body...
... you wish to remove. ✍ The memory modules are located beneath the power supply. 4 Push down the computer, and unplug the power cord. 1 Remove the side cover (see "Removing the Side Cover" on page 28). 2 Remove the power supply (see "Removing the Power Supply" on each side of the chassis to discharge static electricity in your body...
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Drive connector A B C Power supply connector Tab Disk drive holder 4 Disconnect the power connector (B in diagram). Power connector Jumpers Drive connector 2 Remove the side cover (see your drive's documentation for configuration instructions). 46 VAIO Digital Studio™ System Reference Manual To install a 3.5-inch internal hard disk drive (all models) 1 Configure the jumpers on the new drive as a slave device (see "Removing the Side Cover" on page 28). 3 Disconnect the drive connector (A in diagram). 5 Pull out on the tab (C) that secures the drive holder to the chassis.
Drive connector A B C Power supply connector Tab Disk drive holder 4 Disconnect the power connector (B in diagram). Power connector Jumpers Drive connector 2 Remove the side cover (see your drive's documentation for configuration instructions). 46 VAIO Digital Studio™ System Reference Manual To install a 3.5-inch internal hard disk drive (all models) 1 Configure the jumpers on the new drive as a slave device (see "Removing the Side Cover" on page 28). 3 Disconnect the drive connector (A in diagram). 5 Pull out on the tab (C) that secures the drive holder to the chassis.
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...50 VAIO Digital Studio™ System Reference Manual Removing the Power Supply You remove the power supply when you insert a memory module (see "Installing System Memory" on top of the chassis. 2 Pull the tab (A) that latches the power supply to the chassis. 3 Slide the power supply up until the power supply clears... the chassis. Before opening the system unit, save and close all open files, exit all open applications, turn off the power to all attached peripheral devices, shut...
...50 VAIO Digital Studio™ System Reference Manual Removing the Power Supply You remove the power supply when you insert a memory module (see "Installing System Memory" on top of the chassis. 2 Pull the tab (A) that latches the power supply to the chassis. 3 Slide the power supply up until the power supply clears... the chassis. Before opening the system unit, save and close all open files, exit all open applications, turn off the power to all attached peripheral devices, shut...
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Removing, Installing, and Replacing Components 51 Replacing the Power Supply 1 Rotate the power supply down and slide it down along the rails on each side of the chassis opening. 2 Replace the screw that secures the power supply to the rear of the chassis.
Removing, Installing, and Replacing Components 51 Replacing the Power Supply 1 Rotate the power supply down and slide it down along the rails on each side of the chassis opening. 2 Replace the screw that secures the power supply to the rear of the chassis.
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Keyboard, Mouse Processor Memory CPU Fan Power Supply Fan USB1, USB2, Ethernet Serial, Printer, iLink 1394 Header 2 Game, Mic In, Line In, Line Out 1394 Header 3 Aux-In Video Aux Power Supply Power Supply Secondary IDE Primary IDE Diskette Slot 4 (AGP) Battery CD-In Slot No. 3 (PCI) Slot No. 2 (PCI) Slot No. 1 (PCI) CMOS Clear Front Panel Header USB23 Header 53 Chapter 4 System Board This chapter identifies each component on the system board and provides a detailed description of each header, connector, and jumper on the system board.
Keyboard, Mouse Processor Memory CPU Fan Power Supply Fan USB1, USB2, Ethernet Serial, Printer, iLink 1394 Header 2 Game, Mic In, Line In, Line Out 1394 Header 3 Aux-In Video Aux Power Supply Power Supply Secondary IDE Primary IDE Diskette Slot 4 (AGP) Battery CD-In Slot No. 3 (PCI) Slot No. 2 (PCI) Slot No. 1 (PCI) CMOS Clear Front Panel Header USB23 Header 53 Chapter 4 System Board This chapter identifies each component on the system board and provides a detailed description of each header, connector, and jumper on the system board.
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60 VAIO Digital Studio™ System Reference Manual Power Supply and Aux Power Headers The power supply header on the system board connects to the power supply header labelled P1. 2 4 1 3 10 20 1 11 Power Supply header Pin Signal Name 1 +3.3 V 2 +3.3 V 3 Ground 4 +5 V 5 Ground 6 +5 V 7 Ground 8 PWRGD (Power Good) 9 +5 VSB 10 +12 V 11 +3.3 V 12 -12 V 13 Ground 14 PS-ON# (power supply remote on/off control) 15 Ground 16 Ground
60 VAIO Digital Studio™ System Reference Manual Power Supply and Aux Power Headers The power supply header on the system board connects to the power supply header labelled P1. 2 4 1 3 10 20 1 11 Power Supply header Pin Signal Name 1 +3.3 V 2 +3.3 V 3 Ground 4 +5 V 5 Ground 6 +5 V 7 Ground 8 PWRGD (Power Good) 9 +5 VSB 10 +12 V 11 +3.3 V 12 -12 V 13 Ground 14 PS-ON# (power supply remote on/off control) 15 Ground 16 Ground
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Power Supply header (cont.) Pin Signal Name 17 Ground 18 No Connection 19 +5 V 20 +5 V Aux Power header Pin Signal Name 1 Ground 2 Ground 3 +12 V 4 +12 V System Board 61
Power Supply header (cont.) Pin Signal Name 17 Ground 18 No Connection 19 +5 V 20 +5 V Aux Power header Pin Signal Name 1 Ground 2 Ground 3 +12 V 4 +12 V System Board 61
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66 VAIO Digital Studio™ System Reference Manual The 6-pin i.LINK port on the back of 6 watts. 13 1 25 14 Printer 1 5 6 9 Serial i.LINK Serial port Pin Signal Name 1 DCD 2 RXD 3 TXD 4 DTR 5 LOGIC GND 6 DSR 7 RTS 8 CTS 9 RI The 6-pin port supplies 10 V to 12 V and a maximum power of the system can supply power from the computer to a device if the device also has a 6-pin port.
66 VAIO Digital Studio™ System Reference Manual The 6-pin i.LINK port on the back of 6 watts. 13 1 25 14 Printer 1 5 6 9 Serial i.LINK Serial port Pin Signal Name 1 DCD 2 RXD 3 TXD 4 DTR 5 LOGIC GND 6 DSR 7 RTS 8 CTS 9 RI The 6-pin port supplies 10 V to 12 V and a maximum power of the system can supply power from the computer to a device if the device also has a 6-pin port.
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PWR-FAN controls the cooling fan in the power supply. System Board 69 Fan Headers The CPU-FAN and PWR-FAN headers are 1 x 3-pin straight headers. CPU-FAN controls the cooling fan on the CPU. CPU-FAN 1 3 PWR-FAN 3 1 CPU-FAN header Pin Signal Name 1 Ground 2 FAN_CTRL (+12V) 3 FAN_SEN PWR-FAN header Pin Signal Name 1 Ground 2 FAN_CTRL [0 V(S3) , 2 V(S1), 12 V(S0)] 3 FAN_SEN
PWR-FAN controls the cooling fan in the power supply. System Board 69 Fan Headers The CPU-FAN and PWR-FAN headers are 1 x 3-pin straight headers. CPU-FAN controls the cooling fan on the CPU. CPU-FAN 1 3 PWR-FAN 3 1 CPU-FAN header Pin Signal Name 1 Ground 2 FAN_CTRL (+12V) 3 FAN_SEN PWR-FAN header Pin Signal Name 1 Ground 2 FAN_CTRL [0 V(S3) , 2 V(S1), 12 V(S0)] 3 FAN_SEN