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...Pad 36 Using Special-function Buttons 37 Using the Built-in Camera 38 Using the Optical Disc Drive 39 Using "Memory Stick 46 Using Other Modules / Memory Cards 52 Using the Internet 58 Using the Network (LAN 59 Using the Wireless LAN 60 Using the Bluetooth Function...Microphone 82 Connecting a USB Device 83 Connecting an i.LINK Device 85 Customizing Your VAIO Computer 87 Setting the Password 88 Using Intel(R) VT 95 Using the VAIO Control Center 96 Using the VAIO Power Management 97 Changing the Display Language 98 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 99 Adding and Removing Memory 100
...Pad 36 Using Special-function Buttons 37 Using the Built-in Camera 38 Using the Optical Disc Drive 39 Using "Memory Stick 46 Using Other Modules / Memory Cards 52 Using the Internet 58 Using the Network (LAN 59 Using the Wireless LAN 60 Using the Bluetooth Function...Microphone 82 Connecting a USB Device 83 Connecting an i.LINK Device 85 Customizing Your VAIO Computer 87 Setting the Password 88 Using Intel(R) VT 95 Using the VAIO Control Center 96 Using the VAIO Power Management 97 Changing the Display Language 98 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 99 Adding and Removing Memory 100
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...the configuration of memory installed on your computer. To find out about Your VAIO Computer (page 5). Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > n 99 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Your VAIO computer and memory modules use ...high precision components and electronic connectors technology. To avoid invalidation of the warranty during your product warranty period, we recommend that: ❑ You should not install it yourself, if you are not familiar with upgrading memory on the model you purchased. For assistance, contact an authorized Sony...
...the configuration of memory installed on your computer. To find out about Your VAIO Computer (page 5). Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > n 99 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Your VAIO computer and memory modules use ...high precision components and electronic connectors technology. To avoid invalidation of the warranty during your product warranty period, we recommend that: ❑ You should not install it yourself, if you are not familiar with upgrading memory on the model you purchased. For assistance, contact an authorized Sony...
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... do not work in personal injury or equipment damage. ❑ ESD can increase the amount of memory by installing optional memory modules. Before touching a memory module, ensure the following pages. Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > Adding and Removing Memory n 100 N Adding and Removing Memory If you want to expand the functionality of your manufacturer's warranty. ❑ Only use...
... do not work in personal injury or equipment damage. ❑ ESD can increase the amount of memory by installing optional memory modules. Before touching a memory module, ensure the following pages. Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > Adding and Removing Memory n 100 N Adding and Removing Memory If you want to expand the functionality of your manufacturer's warranty. ❑ Only use...
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... result in damage to the computer and any liquids, foreign substances, or objects into the memory module slots or other internal components of your computer. Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > Adding and Removing Memory n 101 N ❑ Do not open the memory module package before you are not magnetically shielded ❑ Ambient temperature of more than 95...
... result in damage to the computer and any liquids, foreign substances, or objects into the memory module slots or other internal components of your computer. Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > Adding and Removing Memory n 101 N ❑ Do not open the memory module package before you are not magnetically shielded ❑ Ambient temperature of more than 95...
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Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > Adding and Removing Memory n 102 N 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 about an hour 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.
Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > Adding and Removing Memory n 102 N 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 about an hour 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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Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > Adding and Removing Memory 6 Remove the currently installed memory module as follows: ❑ Pull the latches in the direction of the arrows (1). n 103 N 7 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 (2).
Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > Adding and Removing Memory 6 Remove the currently installed memory module as follows: ❑ Pull the latches in the direction of the arrows (1). n 103 N 7 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 (2).
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n 104 N ! Be sure to the slot and the module. 9 Replace the memory module compartment cover. 10 Tighten the screw on the bottom of the memory module into place. Do not force the memory module into the slot in a wrong orientation, as it clicks into the slot while aligning the notch on the ... of the computer. 11 Reinstall the battery pack and turn on the computer. Do not touch any components on the motherboard other than the memory module. Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > Adding and Removing Memory 8 Slide the memory module into the memory module slot and push it in the open slot.
n 104 N ! Be sure to the slot and the module. 9 Replace the memory module compartment cover. 10 Tighten the screw on the bottom of the memory module into place. Do not force the memory module into the slot in a wrong orientation, as it clicks into the slot while aligning the notch on the ... of the computer. 11 Reinstall the battery pack and turn on the computer. Do not touch any components on the motherboard other than the memory module. Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > Adding and Removing Memory 8 Slide the memory module into the memory module slot and push it in the open slot.
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If the additional memory does not appear, repeat the installation procedure and restart the computer. Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > Adding and Removing Memory n 105 N Viewing the Amount of Memory To view the amount of system memory in the right pane. 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.
If the additional memory does not appear, repeat the installation procedure and restart the computer. Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > Adding and Removing Memory n 105 N Viewing the Amount of Memory To view the amount of system memory in the right pane. 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.