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...) Device...116 Connecting a Printer ...119 Connecting an i.LINK Device ...121 Connecting to a Network (LAN) ...123 Customizing Your VAIO Computer ...125 Setting the Password ...126 Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Control Center...131 Using the Power Saving Modes ...133 Managing Power with VAIO Power Management ...138 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer...142 Adding and Removing Memory...143
...) Device...116 Connecting a Printer ...119 Connecting an i.LINK Device ...121 Connecting to a Network (LAN) ...123 Customizing Your VAIO Computer ...125 Setting the Password ...126 Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Control Center...131 Using the Power Saving Modes ...133 Managing Power with VAIO Power Management ...138 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer...142 Adding and Removing Memory...143
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... on a computer. ❑ You do not touch the connectors or open the memory panel. nN 142 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Your computer and memory modules use high precision components and electronic connectors technology. For the type of module and amount of your...You contact your computer, refer to install a new memory module. ❑ You do not install it yourself, if you are not familiar with upgrading memory on your dealer to the online Specifications sheet. For assistance, contact an authorized Sony Service Center. To find the nearest center or agent...
... on a computer. ❑ You do not touch the connectors or open the memory panel. nN 142 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Your computer and memory modules use high precision components and electronic connectors technology. For the type of module and amount of your...You contact your computer, refer to install a new memory module. ❑ You do not install it yourself, if you are not familiar with upgrading memory on your dealer to the online Specifications sheet. For assistance, contact an authorized Sony Service Center. To find the nearest center or agent...
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nN 143 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Adding and Removing Memory If you want to expand the functionality of your memory module. ❑ Electrostatic discharge can damage electronic components. Before you upgrade your computer's memory, read the notes and procedures in this document assume familiarity with the... Improper installation of your computer. The number of available slots depends on adding/removing memory modules ❑ Be careful when changing memory. Notes on the configuration of memory modules may cause damage to protect it from its power source (that is not ...
nN 143 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Adding and Removing Memory If you want to expand the functionality of your memory module. ❑ Electrostatic discharge can damage electronic components. Before you upgrade your computer's memory, read the notes and procedures in this document assume familiarity with the... Improper installation of your computer. The number of available slots depends on adding/removing memory modules ❑ Be careful when changing memory. Notes on the configuration of memory modules may cause damage to protect it from its power source (that is not ...
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... are not magnetically shielded ❑ Ambient temperature of the components and circuit boards inside your computer. nN 144 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer ❑ Introducing any liquids or any foreign substances or objects into the memory slots, or other internal components of the computer, will result in damage to the computer and any repair...
... are not magnetically shielded ❑ Ambient temperature of the components and circuit boards inside your computer. nN 144 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer ❑ Introducing any liquids or any foreign substances or objects into the memory slots, or other internal components of the computer, will result in damage to the computer and any repair...
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nN 145 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Removing and Installing a Memory Module VGN-A700 Series models To change or add a memory module to the memory module slot on the bottom of the computer 1 Shut down your computer and disconnect all peripheral devices. 2 Unplug the computer and remove the battery. 3 Wait until the computer cools down. 4 Unscrew the central screw on the bottom of the computer and remove the memory module compartment cover. 5 Touch a metal object (such as the connector panel on the back of the computer) to discharge static electricity.
nN 145 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Removing and Installing a Memory Module VGN-A700 Series models To change or add a memory module to the memory module slot on the bottom of the computer 1 Shut down your computer and disconnect all peripheral devices. 2 Unplug the computer and remove the battery. 3 Wait until the computer cools down. 4 Unscrew the central screw on the bottom of the computer and remove the memory module compartment cover. 5 Touch a metal object (such as the connector panel on the back of the computer) to discharge static electricity.
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6 Remove the memory module: ❑ Pull the tabs in the direction of the arrows (1). The memory module is released. nN 146 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer ❑ 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.
6 Remove the memory module: ❑ Pull the tabs in the direction of the arrows (1). The memory module is released. nN 146 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer ❑ 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.
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8 Install the memory module. ❑ Slide the memory module into place. ! Do not touch any other components on the motherboard. 9 Close the memory module compartment cover and then tighten the screws on the bottom of the computer. 10 Reinstall the battery pack and turn on the computer. nN 147 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer ❑ Push in the memory module until it clicks into the slot.
8 Install the memory module. ❑ Slide the memory module into place. ! Do not touch any other components on the motherboard. 9 Close the memory module compartment cover and then tighten the screws on the bottom of the computer. 10 Reinstall the battery pack and turn on the computer. nN 147 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer ❑ Push in the memory module until it clicks into the slot.
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nN 148 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer To change or add a memory module to the memory module underneath the keyboard 1 Shut down your 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 two screws next to the memory slot. 5 Turn over the computer upside down and open the LCD screen lid.
nN 148 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer To change or add a memory module to the memory module underneath the keyboard 1 Shut down your 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 two screws next to the memory slot. 5 Turn over the computer upside down and open the LCD screen lid.
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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). 10 Remove the new memory module from its packaging. nN 150 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 8 Touch a metal object (such as the connector panel on the back of the computer) to discharge static electricity. 9 Remove the memory module: ❑ Pull the tabs 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). 10 Remove the new memory module from its packaging. nN 150 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 8 Touch a metal object (such as the connector panel on the back of the computer) to discharge static electricity. 9 Remove the memory module: ❑ Pull the tabs in the direction of the arrows (1).
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11 Install the memory module. ❑ Slide the memory module into place. ! Do not touch any other components on the motherboard. nN 151 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer ❑ Push in the memory module until it clicks into the slot.
11 Install the memory module. ❑ Slide the memory module into place. ! Do not touch any other components on the motherboard. nN 151 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer ❑ Push in the memory module until it clicks into the slot.
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12 Gently replace the keyboard and then press it into the computer. nN 152 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 13 Close the LCD screen lid and turn over the computer upside down. 14 Close the memory module compartment cover and then tighten the screws on the bottom of the computer. 15 Reinstall the battery and turn on the computer.
12 Gently replace the keyboard and then press it into the computer. nN 152 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 13 Close the LCD screen lid and turn over the computer upside down. 14 Close the memory module compartment cover and then tighten the screws on the bottom of the computer. 15 Reinstall the battery and turn on the computer.
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nN 153 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer VGN-FS600 Series models To change or add a memory module 1 Shut down your 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 (such as the connector panel on the back of the computer) to discharge static electricity.
nN 153 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer VGN-FS600 Series models To change or add a memory module 1 Shut down your 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 (such as the connector panel on the back of the computer) to discharge static electricity.
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nN 154 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer ❑ 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. The memory module is released. 6 Remove the memory module: ❑ Pull the tabs in the direction of the arrows (1).
nN 154 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer ❑ 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. The memory module is released. 6 Remove the memory module: ❑ Pull the tabs in the direction of the arrows (1).
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Do not damage the inner film cover equipped for module protection. 9 Replace the memory module compartment cover. 10 Tighten the screw on the bottom of the computer. 11 Reinstall the battery and turn on the motherboard. Do not touch any other components on the computer. nN 155 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 8 Slide the memory module into the memory module slot and push it in until it clicks into place. !
Do not damage the inner film cover equipped for module protection. 9 Replace the memory module compartment cover. 10 Tighten the screw on the bottom of the computer. 11 Reinstall the battery and turn on the motherboard. Do not touch any other components on the computer. nN 155 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 8 Slide the memory module into the memory module slot and push it in until it clicks into place. !
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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 Control Center. 3 Double-click the System Information folder in the VAIO Control Center window. 4 Double-click the System Information icon in the System Information folder. nN 156 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 Control Center. 3 Double-click the System Information folder in the VAIO Control Center window. 4 Double-click the System Information icon in the System Information folder. nN 156 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Viewing the Amount of Memory To view the amount of system memory.