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... the Password ...95 Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Control Center 98 Using the Power Saving Modes ...99 Managing Power with VAIO Power Management ...104 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer...105 Adding and Removing Memory...106
... the Password ...95 Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Control Center 98 Using the Power Saving Modes ...99 Managing Power with VAIO Power Management ...104 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer...105 Adding and Removing Memory...106
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..., we recommend that: ❑ You should not touch the connectors or open the memory module compartment cover. For assistance, contact an authorized Sony Service Center. To avoid invalidation of memory installed on your dealer to install a new memory module. ❑ You should not install it ...yourself, if you are not familiar with upgrading memory on a computer. ❑ You should contact your model, see Sony Support Information (page 174). To find the nearest center or agent, see the online specifications. n 105...
..., we recommend that: ❑ You should not touch the connectors or open the memory module compartment cover. For assistance, contact an authorized Sony Service Center. To avoid invalidation of memory installed on your dealer to install a new memory module. ❑ You should not install it ...yourself, if you are not familiar with upgrading memory on a computer. ❑ You should contact your model, see Sony Support Information (page 174). To find the nearest center or agent, see the online specifications. n 105...
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n 106 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Adding and Removing Memory If you want to expand the functionality of memory modules may cause damage to your system. Improper installation ... unstable, contact the sales dealer or the manufacturer of the chassis while performing the procedure. ❑ Do not open the memory module package before you upgrade your computer, you are ready to do not handle materials that are compatible with an unpainted metal portion of your computer. Install the memory module...
n 106 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Adding and Removing Memory If you want to expand the functionality of memory modules may cause damage to your system. Improper installation ... unstable, contact the sales dealer or the manufacturer of the chassis while performing the procedure. ❑ Do not open the memory module package before you upgrade your computer, you are ready to do not handle materials that are compatible with an unpainted metal portion of your computer. Install the memory module...
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... ❑ Excessive dust ❑ Mechanical vibration or shock ❑ Strong magnets or speakers that are not magnetically shielded ❑ Ambient temperature of your computer. n 107 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 ESD...
... ❑ Excessive dust ❑ Mechanical vibration or shock ❑ Strong magnets or speakers that are not magnetically shielded ❑ Ambient temperature of your computer. n 107 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 ESD...
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n 108 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Removing and Installing a Memory Module To change or add a memory module 1 Shut down the computer and disconnect all peripheral devices. 2 Unplug the computer and remove the battery pack. 3 Wait until the computer cools down. 4 Unscrew the screw (indicated by the arrow below) on the bottom of the computer and remove the memory module compartment cover. 5 Touch a metal object to discharge static electricity.
n 108 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Removing and Installing a Memory Module To change or add a memory module 1 Shut down the computer and disconnect all peripheral devices. 2 Unplug the computer and remove the battery pack. 3 Wait until the computer cools down. 4 Unscrew the screw (indicated by the arrow below) on the bottom of the computer and remove the memory module compartment cover. 5 Touch a metal object to discharge static electricity.
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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). 7 Remove the new memory module from its packaging. n 109 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 6 Remove the currently installed memory module as follows: ❑ Pull the latches in the direction of the arrows (1).
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). 7 Remove the new memory module from its packaging. n 109 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 6 Remove the currently installed memory module as follows: ❑ Pull the latches in the direction of the arrows (1).
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Be sure to insert the connector edge of the computer. 11 Reinstall the battery pack and turn on the motherboard. n 110 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 8 Slide the memory module into the memory module slot and push it in until it clicks into the slot while aligning the notch on the module with the small projection in the open slot. 9 Replace the memory module compartment cover. 10 Tighten the screw on the bottom of the memory module into place. ! Do not touch any other components on the computer.
Be sure to insert the connector edge of the computer. 11 Reinstall the battery pack and turn on the motherboard. n 110 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 8 Slide the memory module into the memory module slot and push it in until it clicks into the slot while aligning the notch on the module with the small projection in the open slot. 9 Replace the memory module compartment cover. 10 Tighten the screw on the bottom of the memory module into place. ! Do not touch any other components on the computer.
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If the additional memory does not appear, repeat the whole installation procedure and restart the computer. The VAIO Control Center window appears. 3 Double-click the System Information icon under the System Information folder. n 111 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Viewing the Amount of Memory To view the amount of system memory. You can view the amount of memory 1 Turn on the computer. 2 Click Start, All Programs, and VAIO Control Center.
If the additional memory does not appear, repeat the whole installation procedure and restart the computer. The VAIO Control Center window appears. 3 Double-click the System Information icon under the System Information folder. n 111 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Viewing the Amount of Memory To view the amount of system memory. You can view the amount of memory 1 Turn on the computer. 2 Click Start, All Programs, and VAIO Control Center.