Notes on Use
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On Moisture CondensationIf your computer is brought directly from a cold location to a warm one, moisture
may condense inside your computer. In this case, allow at least an hour before
turning on your computer. If any problem occurs, unplug your computer, and
contact your Sony Service Center.
On Upgrading the System❑The procedures described in the section, Upgrading and Maintaining Your
VAIO® Comp uter , 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 in the section, Upgrading and
Maintaining Your VAIO® Computer. Failure to do so may result in personal
injury or equipment damage.
❑Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage disk drives, add-on cards, and
other components. Follow the procedures described in the section,
Upgrading and Maintaining Your VAIO® Computer only at an ESD
workstation. If such a station is not available, do not work in a carpeted area,
and do not handle materials that produce or hold static electricity (for
example, cellophane wrappers). Ground yourself by maintaining contact
with an unpainted metal portion of the chassis while performing the
procedure.
❑When removing a slot cover, be careful not to damage components on the
system board or add-on cards. You may need to temporarily remove add-on
cards that are next to the slot cover you want to remove.
On Handling a CRT Display❑Do not place the display near a strong magnetic force.
❑Do not block the ventilation slots on the display.
❑Using the computer in low temperature conditions may produce a residual
image on the screen. This is not a malfunction. When the computer returns to
normal temperature, the screen returns to normal.