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... Intel(R) VT 121 Using the VAIO Control Center 122 Using the VAIO Power Management 123 Changing the Display Language 124 Protecting the Hard Disk 125 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 126 Adding and Removing Memory 127
... Intel(R) VT 121 Using the VAIO Control Center 122 Using the VAIO Power Management 123 Changing the Display Language 124 Protecting the Hard Disk 125 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 126 Adding and Removing Memory 127
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...computer may differ depending on the model you are not familiar with upgrading memory on a computer. ❑ You should not touch the connectors or open the memory module compartment cover. For assistance, contact an authorized Sony service/support center. To find out about Your VAIO Computer (... during your product warranty period, we recommend that: ❑ You should not install it yourself, if you purchased. Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > n 126 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Your VAIO computer and memory modules use high precision components and electronic connectors technology.
...computer may differ depending on the model you are not familiar with upgrading memory on a computer. ❑ You should not touch the connectors or open the memory module compartment cover. For assistance, contact an authorized Sony service/support center. To find out about Your VAIO Computer (... during your product warranty period, we recommend that: ❑ You should not install it yourself, if you purchased. Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > n 126 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Your VAIO computer and memory modules use high precision components and electronic connectors technology.
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Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > Adding and Removing Memory n 127 N Adding and Removing Memory If you want to expand the functionality of your computer, you can increase ...; Turn off your computer on adding/removing memory modules ❑ Be sure to do so may void your computer. Notes on a flat surface before you upgrade your memory module. ❑ Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage memory modules and other components. This damage may result in a carpeted area, and do not work...
Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > Adding and Removing Memory n 127 N Adding and Removing Memory If you want to expand the functionality of your computer, you can increase ...; Turn off your computer on adding/removing memory modules ❑ Be sure to do so may void your computer. Notes on a flat surface before you upgrade your memory module. ❑ Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage memory modules and other components. This damage may result in a carpeted area, and do not work...
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Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > Adding and Removing Memory n 128 N ❑ Do not open the memory module package before you are ready to : ❑ Heat sources such ...
Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > Adding and Removing Memory n 128 N ❑ Do not open the memory module package before you are ready to : ❑ Heat sources such ...
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Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > Adding and Removing Memory n 129 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 129 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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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). n 130 N 7 Remove the new memory module from its packaging. 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).
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). n 130 N 7 Remove the new memory module from its packaging. 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).
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... the slot in a wrong orientation, as it clicks into the slot while aligning the notch on the bottom of the memory module into place. n 131 N ! 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. If you...
... the slot in a wrong orientation, as it clicks into the slot while aligning the notch on the bottom of the memory module into place. n 131 N ! 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. If you...
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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 132 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 132 N Viewing the Amount of Memory To view the amount of system memory in the right pane.