Sony PCV-RX450/PCV-RX460 Laptop User Manual


 
VAIO® System Reference Manual
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Installing System Memory
1 Choose the size of the memory module and configuration as shown
in the following table. Memory modules can vary in size and speed
between sockets. The minimum memory size is 8 MB. The maximum
memory size is 512 MB. The BIOS automatically detects the type, size
and speed of the memory modules.
2 Remove the side cover (see “Removing the Side Cover” on page 24).
3 Remove the power supply (see “Removing the Power Supply” on
page 45).
4 If necessary, remove the memory module you wish to replace (see
“Removing a Memory Module” on page 37).
5 If necessary, remove any previously installed AGP cards.
6 Remove the new memory module(s) from its anti-static package.
Holdthememorymoduleonlybyitsedgestopreventstatic-
electricity damage.
! Before opening the system unit, save and close all open files, exit all open
applications, turn off the power to all attached peripheral devices, shut
down the computer, and unplug the power cord.
Memory module configurations (MB)
*
* The PCV-RX450/PCV-RX460 ships with at least 128 MB. SDRAM is
expandable to 512 MB. Your model may ship with more than 128 MB
SDRAM depending on the configuration you purchased.
DIMM1 DIMM2
0, 8, 16, 32, 64, 128, 256 0, 8, 16, 32, 64, 128, 256
Use only 133 MHz FSB-supported memory. Does not support EDO memory or buffered
SDRAM memory.
! Touch any exposed metal part of the chassis to discharge static electricity in
your body before handling a memory module.