Sony PCG-F580K, PCG-F570, PCG-F560K, PCG-F540K, PCG-F590K manual Adding Memory

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Adding Memory

In the future you may want to install memory modules to expand the functionality of your computer. You can increase memory up to 256 MB (128 MB x 2), by installing optional memory modules. For PCG-F580/ PCG-F580K/PCG-F590/PCG-F590K, 128 MB of memory are already installed (128 MB x 1). For PCG-F540/PCG-F540K/PCG-F560/ PCG-F560K/PCG-F570/PCG-F580/PCG-F580K, 64 MB of memory are already installed (64 MB x 1). You can add an expansion memory module in a slot. 64 MB and 128 MB expansion memory modules are available as optional memory modules. For memory upgrades, use only PC-100 SDRAM SO-DIMM (gold lead contacts).

The size of your memory may differ if you purchased a specially configured system.

!Make sure you observe the proper safety precautions when you install memory modules in your computer. See the bulleted list below. Be careful when adding memory. Mistakes when installing or removing a memory module may cause a malfunction.

The procedures described below 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.

Disconnect the system from its power source and from any telecommunications links, networks, or modems before you open the system or follow any of the procedures described below. Failure to do so may result in personal injury or equipment damage.

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Contents Vaio Notebook User Guide Page Safety Information Regulatory Information FCC Part Disposal of Lithium ION Battery Industry Canada Notice Page Contents Connecting Peripheral Devices Adding Memory NEE Welcome FeaturesUnpacking Your Notebook Recovery CDsManuals Vaio Notebook User GuideSoftware CDs OtherUnpacking Your Notebook Page Ergonomic Considerations Setting Up Your NotebookVaio Notebook User Guide Ergonomic Considerations Locating Controls and Connectors FrontVaio Notebook User Guide Handling Your Notebook Left Locating Controls and ConnectorsBack RightBottom Using the AC Adapter Connecting a Power SourceUsing Battery Power Connecting a Power SourceTo insert the battery pack Vaio Notebook User Guide To charge the battery pack Battery Indicator MeaningBattery Indicator Light Status Meaning Connecting a Power Source Additional Notes on Batteries Vaio Notebook User Guide To remove the battery packConnecting a Power Source Starting Your Computer Shutting Down Your Computer Shutting Down Your ComputerHandling the LCD Screen Vaio Notebook User Guide Using the Keyboard Using the KeyboardKey Description Vaio Notebook User Guide Key Description Combination Function Combinations and Functions with the Windows KeyIndicators Indicator FunctionLight Off Combinations and Functions with the Fn Key Combinations Feature FunctionVaio Notebook User Guide Combinations Feature Function Using the Touchpad Using the TouchpadAction Description Using the Floppy Disk Drive To insert a disketteTo remove a diskette Using the Floppy Disk Drive Handling Diskettes To remove the floppy disk drive Windows 2000 modelsTo reinsert the floppy disk drive Multipurpose drive bay Floppy disk drive Using the DVD-ROM Drive Using the DVD-ROM DriveTo insert a disc To play DVDs Close the tray by pushing it gentlyUsing the DVD-ROM Drive Playing a DVD On Cleaning CD and DVD mediaOn Handling CD and DVD media PCGA-CDRWX1W Drive Specifications Using the CD-RW drive PCG-F570 onlyCompatible discs Disc diameterUsing the CD-RW drive PCG-F570 only Writing data to CD-RW/CD-R mediaMedia Formatting Time Capacity After Exit anti-virus software before writing data to a disc Using PC Cards Using PC CardsTo insert a PC card Insert with the arrow facing forward PC card Using PC Cards To remove a PC card Windows 98 models Cleaning Your NotebookTo remove a PC card Windows 2000 models Vaio Action Setup Programmable Power KeysInternal Timer Using Smart Connect Using Smart ConnectTo use infrared communication with another computer Using Infrared Communication DevicesUsing Infrared Communication Devices Normal Mode Using Power Saving ModesSystem Idle Mode To activate System Idle modeSystem Hibernation Mode System Suspend ModeUsing Power Saving Modes To activate System Suspend modeTo insert a second battery pack Using a Second Battery PackPage Vaio Notebook User Guide To remove the second battery pack Using the Weight Saver Using the Weight SaverTo attach the weight saver Vaio Notebook User Guide To remove the Weight Saver Connecting Peripheral Devices Plug the other end into the wall jack Connecting a Phone LineConnecting the Port Replicator Connecting the Port ReplicatorPort replicator connector Power indicator light turns green Lever Setting Up Your Ethernet Connection Using Ethernet to Connect to a NetworkUsing Ethernet to Connect to a Network Windows 98 modelsTo connect a printer Connecting a PrinterConnecting an External Display Connecting an External DisplayTo connect a computer display To connect a projector Press Result Connecting an External Display To select a displayConnecting an External Mouse or Keyboard Connecting an External Mouse or Keyboard To connect external speakers Connecting External SpeakersConnecting an External Microphone Connecting an External MicrophoneTo connect an external microphone To connect a digital video camera recorder Connecting a Digital Video Camera RecorderConnecting a Digital Video Camera Recorder To connect a USB device Connecting a Universal Serial Bus USB DeviceMy computer does not start TroubleshootingMy LCD does not display anything My software program locks up or crashes My computer locks upMy DVD-ROM drive tray does not open Cannot play a CD-ROMVaio Notebook User Guide Cannot play a DVD-ROM My floppy disk drive cannot write to a disketteMy speakers have no sound My modem does not work TroubleshootingMy modem connection is slow My microphone does not workMy touchpad does not work Vaio Notebook User Guide My mouse does not workMy touchpad interprets a single tap as a double-click My computer does not shut downTroubleshooting My PC card is not working Power ManagementSound of my computer’s fan is too loud Cannot printVaio Notebook User Guide Getting HelpUsing the System and Application Recovery CDs Using the System Recovery CDsUsing the System and Application Recovery CDs If your computer does not start from the Recovery CD Vaio Notebook User Guide To use the System Recovery CDsTo use the Application Recovery CDs Using the Application Recovery CDsPage Adding Memory To remove a memory module Adding Memory To install a memory moduleTo view the amount of memory Specifications SpecificationsConnection Specifications are subject to change without notice Page Index Party phone lines 52 PBX Phone line Index Vaio Notebook User Guide USB
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