Installing System Memory - Sony VAIO PCV-J150 Reference Manual

Installing System Memory

!
Before opening the system unit, save any open files, exit Windows, turn off
the power of the computer and all attached peripherals, and then unplug
the power cord.
1
Remove the new memory module(s) from its anti-static package.
Hold the memory module only by its edges to prevent static-
electricity damage.
2
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.
Memory module configurations (MB)
DIMM1
0, 8, 16, 32, 64, 128, 256
* The PCV-J150 ships with 64 MB. SDRAM is expandable to 512
MB.
!
Touch any exposed metal part of the chassis to discharge static electricity in
your body before handling a memory module.
✍
Use only 3.3V 64-bit PC-133 SDRAM DIMM modules. Do not mix 66 MHz or
100MHz memory with 133 MHz memory. Supports SDRAM memory. Does not
support EDO memory or buffered DIMM memory.
3
Disconnect the power cord from the computer.
4
Remove the side panel (see
5
Remove the front panel (see
Removing, Installing, and Replacing Components
DIMM2
0, 8, 16, 32, 64, 128, 256
"Removing the Side Panel"
"Removing the Front Panel"
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