Precautions And Procedures; Typical Expansion Memory Configuration - Sony PCG-SR33K VAIO User Manual

Precautions and Procedures

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.
Sony recommends that memory upgrades be performed by an authorized Sony Service Center. To find the
nearest center or agent, see http://www.sony.com/pcsupport.
Be careful when installing a memory module in your notebook, and be sure to observ e the proper safety
precautions listed below. Mistakes that occur when installing or removing a memory module may cause a malfunction.
Disconnect the system from its power source and from any telecommunications links, networks, or modems
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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.
Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage disk drives and other components. Perform the procedures
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described below 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 (cellophane wrappers, for example).
Ground yourself by maintaining contact with an unpainted metal portion of the chassis while performing the
procedure.
Do not open the memory module package until you are ready to install the module. The package protects the
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module from ESD.
Use the special protective package to store a memory module and prevent ESD, or wrap the memory module
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in aluminum foil.

Typical expansion memory configuration

Total System Memory (MB)
128
192
256
Slot 1 (MB) Slot 2 (MB)
64 64
64 128
128 128
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