Sony PCG-SR7K, PCG-SR5K manual Installing a Memory Module, Adding Memory

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Adding Memory

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Adding Memory

By adding memory to your notebook, you can increase the speed of data processing, especially when several software applications are open at the same time.

!Sony recommends memory upgrades be performed by an authorized Sony Service Center or Sony authorized agent. To find the nearest center or agent, see http://www.sony.com/pcsupport. Be advised that memory upgrades performed by end users will void the warranty of this computer.

!The following procedures assume familiarity with the general terminology associated with personal computers and with the safety practices and regulatory compliance required for using and modifying electronic equipment.

The components inside the computer are extremely delicate. To avoid damage to the computer, proceed carefully when removing or installing memory modules.

You can add up to 256 MB of memory on the PCG-SR5K/PCG-SR7K by installing optional memory modules. To upgrade memory, use only a PC-100 SDRAM microDIMM with gold lead contacts.

Memory modules and other Sony computer supplies, accessories, and peripherals can be purchased from an authorized Sony dealer, or by contacting Sony at http://www.sonydirect.com/ notebookaccessories.

Installing a Memory Module

The computer is equipped with two memory slots. You can expand the memory in both slots up to a maximum of 256 MB.

The PCG-SR5K has 64 MB of memory preinstalled in one slot, with the second slot open for upgrading. You can install an additional 64 MB of memory in the second slot, or remove the preinstalled 64 MB of memory and install 128 MB in each slot. The PCG-SR7K has 64 MB of memory preinstalled in each of the slots for a total of 128 MB. You can remove those modules and replace them with 128 MB in each slot for a total of 256MB.

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Warning: Be careful when adding memory. Mistakes when installing or removing a memory module may cause a malfunction.

Observe proper safety precautions when installing modules in your computer.

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Using Memory Stick MediaTypes of Memory Stick Media Handling and Storing Memory Stick Media Using Memory Stick MediaInserting a Memory Stick Media Removing a Memory Stick Media Write-Protecting a Memory Stick Media Using MG Memory Stick Media with Data from Another DeviceFormatting a Memory Stick Media Link Interface Using a Floppy Disk Drive optional Using a Floppy Disk Drive optionalTo Connect a Floppy Disk Drive To Insert a DisketteVaio Notebook User Guide To Remove a Diskette Removing a Floppy Disk Drive When the Computer is OnTo carry a floppy disk drive Using PC Cards Using PC CardsTo Insert a PC Card To Remove a PC Card Using PC Cards Jog Dial Control Vaio Action SetupLauncher Mode Using the Jog Dial ControlUsing the Jog Dial Control Using Launcher ModeUsing the Jog Dial Control with Sony Software Guide ModeUsing the Jog Dial Control with Other Software Using Guide ModeUsing the Jog Dial Control Using a Dialog Box Using Smart Connect Normal Mode Using Power Saving ModesSystem Idle Mode System Hibernation Mode System Suspend ModeTo activate System Suspend mode To activate System Hibernation modeConnecting Peripheral Devices Connecting a Phone Line Connecting the Internal Modem to the Telephone Line Connecting the Internal Modem to the Telephone LineSet the Dialing Mode for the Modem Connect to the Telephone Line Connecting the Internal Modem to the Telephone Line Vaio Notebook User Guide Using Ethernet to Connect to a Network Connecting to the Local Area Network LANConnecting to the Local Area Network LAN To set the connections, bindings, and provider order Setting Up Your Ethernet ConnectionConnecting the CD/CDRW/DVD Drive optional Connecting the CD/CDRW/DVD Drive optionalTo Connect the CD Drive To Insert a Disc To Remove the Drive To connect a Digital Video Camera Recorder Connecting an i.LINK deviceConnecting an i.LINK device To Connect a USB Device Connecting a Universal Serial Bus USB DeviceConnecting an External Display Connecting an External DisplayTo Connect a Monitor To remove the display adapter To Connect a ProjectorTo select a display Adding Memory Installing a Memory ModuleTo install a Memory Module Palm rest Empty slot Removing a Memory Module Confirming Added Memory Capacity Importing Images and Sound Clips MovieShakerClick Open. The file is added to the Clip tray About Your Software Create a Movie using ShakerEditing Clips and Scenes Saving a Movie Managing Your Pictures PictureGearCreating a Photo Album Making Still Images and Panoramic from Mpeg Using Panorama MakerPictureGear Vaio Notebook User Guide AC Adapter Handling the LCD ScreenHandling Your Notebook SetupHandling Diskettes On Moisture CondensationHandling CD or DVD Media Using Batteries Vaio Notebook User Guide Cleaning CD or DVD MediaCleaning Your Notebook Page My computer does not start TroubleshootingPage Window I have just closed continues to appear on my LCD Troubleshooting My LCD does not display anythingMy computer locks up My software program locks up or crashesMy floppy disk drive cannot write to a diskette Cannot play a CDMy modem does not work Troubleshooting My speaker has no soundMy modem connection is slow Vaio Notebook User Guide My mouse does not work Power ManagementCannot use DV devices and messages appear on the screen My computer does not shut downGetting Help Getting HelpUsing the System Recovery CDs Using the System and Application Recovery CDsPage To use the Application Recovery CDs Using the Application Recovery CDsHard Drive Partition Using the System and Application Recovery CDsMpeg SpecificationsPCG-SR5K PCG-SR7K SpecificationsPage Index Vaio Notebook User Guide Memory Stick card slot 8 Memory Stick cards 26 Phone Connecting line 46 jack
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