Safety Information
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...ENERGY STAR® Partner, Sony Corporation has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR® guidelines for Canadian customers: Your new VAIO computer includes certain software versions or upgrades, and Internet services or...VAIO logo, VAIO Digital Studio, VAIO Media, VAIO Media Music Server, VAIO Media Photo Server, VAIO Media Video Server, VAIO Zone, Click to U.S. It is a U.S. The International ENERGY STAR® Office Equipment Program is an international program that are available to DVD, CLIÉ, DVgate Plus, Handycam, MagicGate, Memory Stick, Memory Stick Duo, the Memory...
...ENERGY STAR® Partner, Sony Corporation has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR® guidelines for Canadian customers: Your new VAIO computer includes certain software versions or upgrades, and Internet services or...VAIO logo, VAIO Digital Studio, VAIO Media, VAIO Media Music Server, VAIO Media Photo Server, VAIO Media Video Server, VAIO Zone, Click to U.S. It is a U.S. The International ENERGY STAR® Office Equipment Program is an international program that are available to DVD, CLIÉ, DVgate Plus, Handycam, MagicGate, Memory Stick, Memory Stick Duo, the Memory...
User Guide
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... i.LINK Device ...79 Connecting to a Network (LAN) ...81 Customizing Your VAIO Computer ...83 Setting the Password ...84 Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Central ...86 Using the Power Saving Modes ...87 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer...90 Before Upgrading Your Computer ...91 Opening and Closing the Computer...92 Adding and Removing Memory...95 Installing an Add-on Card ...101 Replacing the Lithium...
... i.LINK Device ...79 Connecting to a Network (LAN) ...81 Customizing Your VAIO Computer ...83 Setting the Password ...84 Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Central ...86 Using the Power Saving Modes ...87 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer...90 Before Upgrading Your Computer ...91 Opening and Closing the Computer...92 Adding and Removing Memory...95 Installing an Add-on Card ...101 Replacing the Lithium...
User Guide
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n 90 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Your computer and memory modules use high precision components and electronic connectors technology. For assistance, contact an authorized Sony Service Center. To avoid the invalidation of memory installed on your dealer to mishandling, we recommend that: ❑... To find the nearest center or agent, visit the Sony online support Web site. ❑ Before Upgrading Your Computer (page 91) ❑ Opening and Closing the Computer (page 92) ❑ Adding and Removing Memory (page 95) ❑ Installing an Add-on the...
n 90 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Your computer and memory modules use high precision components and electronic connectors technology. For assistance, contact an authorized Sony Service Center. To avoid the invalidation of memory installed on your dealer to mishandling, we recommend that: ❑... To find the nearest center or agent, visit the Sony online support Web site. ❑ Before Upgrading Your Computer (page 91) ❑ Opening and Closing the Computer (page 92) ❑ Adding and Removing Memory (page 95) ❑ Installing an Add-on the...
User Guide
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.... To remove the side panel 1 Shut down the computer, the internal components may be too hot to touch. n 92 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Opening and Closing the Computer When you access memory modules, add-on the back of the computer. 5 Slide the side panel toward the back of the computer, lift the panel, and set it aside. Opening...
.... To remove the side panel 1 Shut down the computer, the internal components may be too hot to touch. n 92 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Opening and Closing the Computer When you access memory modules, add-on the back of the computer. 5 Slide the side panel toward the back of the computer, lift the panel, and set it aside. Opening...
User Guide
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.... Failure to do not work in this document assume familiarity with the general terminology associated with personal computers and with an unpainted metal portion of the chassis while performing the procedure. ❑ Do not open the computer. n 95 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Adding and Removing Memory If you want to expand the functionality of your system.
.... Failure to do not work in this document assume familiarity with the general terminology associated with personal computers and with an unpainted metal portion of the chassis while performing the procedure. ❑ Do not open the computer. n 95 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Adding and Removing Memory If you want to expand the functionality of your system.
User Guide
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...; Strong magnets or speakers that are not magnetically shielded ❑ Ambient temperature of the components and circuit boards inside the computer. n 96 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. ❑ Introducing any liquids or any...
...; Strong magnets or speakers that are not magnetically shielded ❑ Ambient temperature of the components and circuit boards inside the computer. n 96 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. ❑ Introducing any liquids or any...
User Guide
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n 97 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 3 Touch a metal object (such as the chassis frame) to discharge static electricity. 4 Locate the memory module(s) you wish to remove. Removing and Installing a Memory Module To change or add a memory module 1 Remove the side panel. See Opening the Computer (page 92) for the detailed instructions. 2 Push the tabs on the bracket and lift the bracket out of the computer.
n 97 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 3 Touch a metal object (such as the chassis frame) to discharge static electricity. 4 Locate the memory module(s) you wish to remove. Removing and Installing a Memory Module To change or add a memory module 1 Remove the side panel. See Opening the Computer (page 92) for the detailed instructions. 2 Push the tabs on the bracket and lift the bracket out of the computer.
User Guide
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n 98 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 5 Push down on the latches (1), located on both sides of the module, to gently eject it from the slot. 6 Grasp the memory module by the sides and remove from the computer. Store the module in a static-free bag.
n 98 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 5 Push down on the latches (1), located on both sides of the module, to gently eject it from the slot. 6 Grasp the memory module by the sides and remove from the computer. Store the module in a static-free bag.
User Guide
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... N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 7 Remove the memory module from its anti-static package, handling it by the edges. 8 Locate the center notch (1) on the bottom edge of the memory module and align it to relieve pressure. 11 Replace the bracket and tighten the screws. 12 Replace the side panel. To avoid damaging a memory module or the memory... edge of the module (2) into the slot by pressing down evenly against the module's upper corners. 10 The side latches (3) snap into position, holding the memory module in place. ! See Closing the Computer (page 94) for the detailed instructions.
... N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 7 Remove the memory module from its anti-static package, handling it by the edges. 8 Locate the center notch (1) on the bottom edge of the memory module and align it to relieve pressure. 11 Replace the bracket and tighten the screws. 12 Replace the side panel. To avoid damaging a memory module or the memory... edge of the module (2) into the slot by pressing down evenly against the module's upper corners. 10 The side latches (3) snap into position, holding the memory module in place. ! See Closing the Computer (page 94) for the detailed instructions.
User Guide
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If the additional memory does not appear, repeat the whole procedure and restart the computer. You can view the amount of memory 1 Turn on the computer. 2 Click Start, point to All Programs, and click VAIO Central. 3 Click the System Information tab in the VAIO Central window. 4 Double-click the System Information folder. 5 Double-click the System Information icon. n 100 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Viewing the Amount of Memory To view the amount of system memory.
If the additional memory does not appear, repeat the whole procedure and restart the computer. You can view the amount of memory 1 Turn on the computer. 2 Click Start, point to All Programs, and click VAIO Central. 3 Click the System Information tab in the VAIO Central window. 4 Double-click the System Information folder. 5 Double-click the System Information icon. n 100 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Viewing the Amount of Memory To view the amount of system memory.
User Guide
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... 94) for the detailed instructions. Dispose of lithium batteries in the CMOS memory are now reset to customize your unwanted lithium batteries to the BIOS settings. n 105 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 5 Replace the side panel. If you do not run the Setup utility. ! To locate a Service Center near you ...utility to reset the date, time, passwords, and other changes you , visit the Sony online support Web site. The values stored in household or business trash may have made to your nearest Sony Service Center or Factory Service Center. In some areas, the disposal of the lithium ...
... 94) for the detailed instructions. Dispose of lithium batteries in the CMOS memory are now reset to customize your unwanted lithium batteries to the BIOS settings. n 105 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 5 Replace the side panel. If you do not run the Setup utility. ! To locate a Service Center near you ...utility to reset the date, time, passwords, and other changes you , visit the Sony online support Web site. The values stored in household or business trash may have made to your nearest Sony Service Center or Factory Service Center. In some areas, the disposal of the lithium ...
Marketing Specifications
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...® Internet Security™ 60-Day Subscription - For certain third party software applications, Sony provides first level phone support. VGC-RC210G VAIO® Digital Studio™ Desktop PC Specifications Hardware Front Side Bus Speed: 800MHz Chipset: Intel® 945P Hard Drive: 320GB2 (160GBx2) 7200rpm SATA (RAID 0) Memory: 1GB PC2-4200 533MHz DDR2 (Expandable to DVD™ -
...® Internet Security™ 60-Day Subscription - For certain third party software applications, Sony provides first level phone support. VGC-RC210G VAIO® Digital Studio™ Desktop PC Specifications Hardware Front Side Bus Speed: 800MHz Chipset: Intel® 945P Hard Drive: 320GB2 (160GBx2) 7200rpm SATA (RAID 0) Memory: 1GB PC2-4200 533MHz DDR2 (Expandable to DVD™ -