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Sony PCV-LX920 - Vaio Slimtop Computer System Reference Manual

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  • Page 2: Notice

    SPECIAL DAMAGES, WHETHER BASED ON The model number and serial number are located on TORT, CONTRACT, OR OTHERWISE, ARISING either the front or back panel of your Sony VAIO® OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THIS computer. Record the model and serial number in...

  • Page 3: Safety Information

    Safety Information To change the backup battery, CD-RW/DVD Combo Drive please contact your nearest Sony Service Center. Laser Diode Properties Laser Output 1.14 mW max. (Read) Caution: The use of optical (CD-RW) instruments with this product will 35 mW max. (CD- R/CD-RW Write) increase eye hazard.
  • Page 4 1-888-476-6972 in the United States or Pour changer la pile de rechange, 1-800-961-7669 in Canada. veuillez contacter votre centre de Sony Customer Support can be reached at service Sony le plus près. http://www.sony.com/pcsupport. Avertissement : L'utilisation d'instruments optiques avec ce produit augmente les risques pour les yeux.

  • Page 5: Regulatory Information

    Class B limits may be attached to this computer Model No.: PCV-LX920 product. Operation with noncompliant peripherals is likely to result in interference to radio and Responsible Sony Electronics Inc. television reception. Party: All cables used to connect peripherals must be Address: 680 Kinderkamack Rd shielded and grounded.

  • Page 6: Fcc Part 68

    Repair of this equipment should be made only by a Sony Service Center or Sony authorized agent. For the Sony Service Center nearest you, call 1-888-4- SONY-PC (1-888-476-6972). This equipment cannot be used on public coin service provided by the telephone company.

  • Page 7: Disposal Of Lithium Battery

    For the Sony Service Center nearest you, call 1-888-476-6972 in the United States or 1-800-961-7669 in Canada. La manutention incorrecte du module de batterie de cet appareil Do not handle damaged or leaking présente un risque d'incendie ou...

  • Page 8: Industry Canada Notice

    viii VAIO Slimtop System Reference Manual Industry Canada Notice Avis de l’Industrie Canada NOTICE: The Industry Canada label identifies AVIS : L’étiquette d’Industrie Canada identifie le certified equipment. This certification means that matériel homologué. the equipment meets certain telecommunications Cette étiquette certifie que le matériel est conforme network protective, operational and safety aux normes de protection, d’exploitation et de requirements as prescribed in the appropriate...

  • Page 9: Table Of Contents

    Contents NOTICE ....................... ii Owner’s Record................... ii Safety Information ................iii Regulatory Information...............v FCC Part 68 ..................vi Telephone Consumer Protection Act of 1991 (United States) ..vi Telephone Consumer Guidelines (Canada)........vi Disposal of Lithium Battery ............vii Industry Canada Notice..............viii Avis de l’Industrie Canada.............
  • Page 10 VAIO Slimtop System Reference Manual Chapter 3 — Removing, Installing, and Replacing Components ............... 23 Removing the System Cover ..............24 Replacing the System Cover ..............25 Removing an Add-in Card ..............26 Installing an Add-In Card ...............28 Setting the Configuration Switches ............29 Replacing the Lithium Battery ...............30 Removing the Power Supply..............33 Replacing the Power Supply ..............34...
  • Page 11 Chapter 7 — Specifications..........75 Processor ....................75 Chipset ......................75 PCI Bus ......................75 Memory Modules (DIMMs) ..............75 Memory Configurations ................76 L2 Cache ....................76 Graphics ....................76 Audio ......................77 Communications ..................77 I/O and Expansion Slots ................77 i.LINK Interface ..................78 Ethernet Interface ..................78 Drives and Controllers ................78 System CMOS ..................78 Index ..................
  • Page 12 VAIO Slimtop System Reference Manual...

  • Page 13: Chapter 1 - Identifying Components

    Chapter 1 Identifying Components The following sections identify and describe each component that is visible from the exterior of the VAIO® Computer. Internal components are identified in the appropriate section of this manual.

  • Page 14: Front View

    VAIO Slimtop System Reference Manual Front View Front panel...

  • Page 15: Drive

    Identifying Components Drive CD-RW/DVD combo drive Drive Description CD-RW/DVD combo drive See Specifications sheet for details. * The Specifications sheet is supplied with your computer's original documentation.

  • Page 16: Buttons And Switches

    VAIO Slimtop System Reference Manual Buttons and Switches CD-RW/DVD combo drive disc eject PC card eject Power on/off Button or switch Description CD-RW/DVD combo Automatically opens the CD-RW/DVD combo drive disc eject button drive tray. PC card eject button Ejects a PC card. Power on/off switch Turns system power on and off.

  • Page 17: Indicators

    Identifying Components Indicators Sony Memory Stick media access indicator Hard disk drive access indicator CD-RW/DVD combo drive access indicator Power on/Stand by indicator Indicator Description Sony Memory Stick® media On (amber) indicates Memory Stick media access indicator activity. Hard disk drive access...

  • Page 18: Connectors

    VAIO Slimtop System Reference Manual Connectors USB1 port i.LINK port Connector Description USB1 port Connects to USB devices. i.LINK® port Connects to digital devices that have a 4-pin (IEEE1394) i.LINK connector. * To connect to a 6-pin i.LINK device, use the i.LINK connector on the back of the system. A 6-pin i.LINK connector can supply power from the computer to the device if the device also has a 6-pin i.LINK connector.

  • Page 19: Slots

    Identifying Components Slots PC card slot Memory Stick media slot Slot Description PC card slot Accommodates one Type I or Type II PCMCIA card. Memory Stick® media slot Accommodates Memory Stick media.

  • Page 20: Rear View

    VAIO Slimtop System Reference Manual Rear View Power Monitor USB2 Ethernet USB3 Phones Line In Line i.LINK port Phone USB4 Connector Description Monitor Connects to VGA monitor (optional). USB2, USB3 Connects to USB devices. Phones Connects to headphones. Line In Connects to output connector on audio device.
  • Page 21 Identifying Components Connector Description Connects to Sony Pen Tablet or Sony LCD display. Note: Do not connect any other display to this port. Power AC input power. Ethernet Connects to RJ-45 Ethernet connector. Line Connects to phone cable from wall jack.

  • Page 22: I/O Connectors

    USB2 and USB3 are located next to the Ethernet connector, and USB4 is located on the Fax/Modem plug-in card. The fifth USB connector (USB5) is located on the Sony Pen Tablet or LCD display on the right side of the base next to the Mouse port.
  • Page 23 Identifying Components Phone, Line In, and Mic Connectors The phone (headphones), line in, and microphone jacks are physically identical, but have different connections. They are standard 3.5 mm stereo mini-jacks and are located on the rear panel. Phone Line In Connector Description Phone...
  • Page 24 6-pin port supplies 10 V to 12 V and a maximum power of 6 watts. ✍ i.LINK is a trademark of Sony used only to designate that a product contains an IEEE1394 connection. The i.LINK connection may vary, depending on the software applications, operating system and compatible i.LINK devices.
  • Page 25 LCD Connector The LCD connector is a 32-pin female MDR-type connector and is located on the rear panel. This connector is only for the Sony Pen Tablet or the Sony LCD display. Do not connect any other display to this port.
  • Page 26 VAIO Slimtop System Reference Manual Line and Telephone Connectors The line and phone jacks are physically identical and have identical connections. They are standard RJ-11 female phone jacks. However, the line jack is for connecting to a telephone line that comes from the wall jack, and the phone jack is for connecting the computer to a telephone.

  • Page 27: Chapter 2 - Configuring Your System

    Chapter 2 Configuring Your System This chapter contains information on configuring your system. Configuring your system can consist of the following: ❑ Making changes to the CMOS settings. ❑ Making changes to the display's power management settings. ❑ Changing the system board jumper position.

  • Page 28: Accessing The Cmos Setup Utility

    Save and close all open files; exit all applications before rebooting the system. Reboot the system. Press F2 when the Sony screen appears. Use the left and right arrow keys to select an item from the main menu. Use the up and down arrow keys to select an item within the screen.

  • Page 29: Changing The Display's Power Management Settings

    Configuring Your System Changing the Display's Power Management Settings A display that has power management capability is designed to operate on reduced power or shut itself off after the system has been idle for a specified period of time. From the Start menu, point to Settings, Control Panel, then click Power Options.
  • Page 30 VAIO Slimtop System Reference Manual The Turn off hard disks option allows you to specify the period of inactivity (in minutes) that you want to elapse before your hard disks turn off when your computer is running on AC power. The System standby option allows you to specify the period of inactivity (in minutes) that you want to elapse before your computer goes on Stand by when your computer is running on AC power.
  • Page 31 Configuring Your System Click the Hibernate tab. Select the settings most appropriate for your system. Click the UPS tab.
  • Page 32 VAIO Slimtop System Reference Manual The UPS tab enables you to select and configure an Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) device for your system. Select and configure the settings most appropriate for your system and click OK. For more information about configuring a UPS device, refer to your Microsoft®...

  • Page 33: Configuring The System Board

    Configuring Your System Configuring the System Board ✍ The configuration should never need changing unless otherwise directed by a technical support or service technician. Before opening the system unit, save and close all open files, exit all open applications, turn off the power to all attached peripheral devices, shut down the computer, and unplug the power cord.

  • Page 34: Vaio Slimtop System Reference Manual

    VAIO Slimtop System Reference Manual To enable or disable the CMOS Clear or onboard VGA Interrupt, perform the following steps: Do not change any configuration switch unless directed by an authorized Sony technician. Remove the system cover (see “Removing the System Cover” on page 24).

  • Page 35: Chapter 3 - Removing, Installing, And Replacing Components

    Chapter 3 Removing, Installing, and Replacing Components This chapter describes removing, installing, and replacing major components for upgrading, reconfiguring, and troubleshooting the components. Before opening the system unit, save and close all open files, exit all open applications, turn off the power to all attached peripheral devices, shut down the computer, and unplug the power cord.

  • Page 36: Removing The System Cover

    VAIO Slimtop System Reference Manual Removing the System Cover You must remove the system cover to access the system board, add-in cards, power supply, battery, and internal drives. Remove the screw that secures the panel to the chassis (see item 1 in diagram), and set it aside for future use.

  • Page 37: Replacing The System Cover

    Removing, Installing, and Replacing Components Replacing the System Cover Insert the front of the chassis into the opening at the rear of the system cover, then slide the chassis in until it is flush with the front and rear (see item 1 in diagram). Replace the screw that secures the cover to the chassis (see item 2 in diagram).

  • Page 38: Removing An Add-In Card

    VAIO Slimtop System Reference Manual Removing an Add-in Card Before opening the system unit, save and close all open files, exit all open applications, turn off the power to all attached peripheral devices, shut down the computer, and unplug the power cord. Remove the system cover (see “Removing the System Cover”...
  • Page 39 Removing, Installing, and Replacing Components Hold the add-in card by its edges and do not touch any components or connector contacts on the card. Static electricity in your body may damage sensitive components on the card. As a precaution, touch any exposed metal part on the metal chassis (preferably the metal part on the power supply) before handling an add-in card to discharge any static electricity in your body.

  • Page 40: Installing An Add-In Card

    VAIO Slimtop System Reference Manual Installing an Add-In Card Before opening the system unit, save and close all open files, exit all open applications, turn off the power to all attached peripheral devices, shut down the computer, and unplug the power cord. Remove the system cover (see “Removing the System Cover”...

  • Page 41: Setting The Configuration Switches

    Removing, Installing, and Replacing Components Setting the Configuration Switches Before opening the system unit, save and close all open files, exit all open applications, turn off the power to all attached peripheral devices, shut down the computer, and unplug the power cord. Remove any add-in cards.

  • Page 42: Replacing The Lithium Battery

    CMOS memory. Sony recommends that you use an authorized service dealer to replace the lithium battery. However, if you wish to replace the battery yourself, read the following cautions and procedure.
  • Page 43 Insert the new battery into the battery holder, with the plus (+) side up, and press down until the battery snaps into position. ✍ The Sony CR2032 battery is recommended. Using a type of battery other than a CR2032 may present a risk of fire or explosion. Replace the power supply (see “Replacing the Power Supply”...
  • Page 44 VAIO Slimtop System Reference Manual Replace the system cover (see “Replacing the System Cover” page 25). Reconnect the power cord, and turn on the computer. If the error message “Error: Check date and time settings.” appears during the reboot sequence, press DEL to access the CMOS Setup Utility.

  • Page 45: Removing The Power Supply

    Removing, Installing, and Replacing Components Removing the Power Supply You must remove the power supply to replace the CMOS battery. Before opening the system unit, save and close all open files, exit all open applications, turn off the power to all attached peripheral devices, shut down the computer, and unplug the power cord.

  • Page 46: Replacing The Power Supply

    VAIO Slimtop System Reference Manual Lift the power supply up and out, and rest it upside down on top of the PCI card holder. Replacing the Power Supply Lower the power supply down into position, and press down until the power supply latches to the chassis. Replace the screw that secures the power supply to the chassis.

  • Page 47: Removing A Memory Module

    Removing, Installing, and Replacing Components Removing a Memory Module You may need to remove a memory module if you change the memory configuration or replace a bad module. Before opening the system unit, save and close all open files, exit all open applications, turn off the power to all attached peripheral devices, shut down the computer, and unplug the power cord.
  • Page 48 VAIO Slimtop System Reference Manual Lift the memory module out by grasping it by its edges. Store the module in a static-free bag. Touch any exposed metal part of the chassis to discharge static electricity in your body before handling the memory module. Replace the system cover (see “Replacing the System Cover”...

  • Page 49: Installing System Memory

    Removing, Installing, and Replacing Components Installing System Memory Before opening the system unit, save and close all open files, exit all open applications, turn off the power to all attached peripheral devices, shut down the computer, and unplug the power cord. If necessary, remove the memory module you wish to replace (see “Removing a Memory Module”...
  • Page 50 VAIO Slimtop System Reference Manual Align the module over the appropriate socket; note the location of pin 1 on the module and pin 1 on the socket. Memory module (DIMM) Indicates pin 1 Carefully but firmly insert the edge of the module into the socket. Press down firmly and evenly at both corners until the module is fully seated.
  • Page 51 Removing, Installing, and Replacing Components Replace the system cover (see “Replacing the System Cover” page 25). Your computer automatically recognizes the extra memory and configures itself accordingly when you turn it on. No further action is required.

  • Page 52: Replacing The Hard Drive

    VAIO Slimtop System Reference Manual Replacing the Hard Drive Before opening the system unit, save and close all open files, exit all open applications, turn off the power to all attached peripheral devices, shut down the computer, and unplug the power cord. ✍...
  • Page 53 Removing, Installing, and Replacing Components Unplug the ribbon cable and power supply cable (see 1 in diagram) from the hard drive. Remove the four pins (see 2 in diagram) from the hard drive. Insert the four pins in the new hard drive in the same position they were in the old hard drive.
  • Page 54 VAIO Slimtop System Reference Manual Align all four pins on the hard drive with the four slots in the drive carrier, and gently press down until the drive is firmly into position. Replace the system cover (see “Replacing the System Cover” page 25).

  • Page 55: To Identify Additional Hard Disk Space

    Removing, Installing, and Replacing Components To identify additional hard disk space When you initialize the new hard disk drive, it must be configured as an extended partition in Windows NT file system (NTFS) format. Log on in Windows® as Administrator. Click Start in the Windows taskbar and right-click on My Computer.

  • Page 56: Removing A Slot Cover

    VAIO Slimtop System Reference Manual Removing a Slot Cover You remove a slot cover when you install an add-in card that occupies a previously-empty slot. Lay the system on its side with the open side facing up and the slot covers facing you.

  • Page 57: Covering An Open I/O Slot

    Removing, Installing, and Replacing Components Covering an Open I/O Slot Slot covers prevent air from escaping through the empty hole. If air escapes, the components inside the computer cannot be properly cooled. This may damage some components, especially the main processor (which generates the most heat).
  • Page 58 VAIO Slimtop System Reference Manual...

  • Page 59: Chapter 4 - System Board

    Wake On LAN (not used) PWR Fan to Modem/ USB3 VGA Monitor USB1, USB2, PCMCIA Ethernet Socket Line In Line Out Sony i.LINK Memory Stick 1394 i.LINK USB4 LCD Monitor i.LINK (unused) CD-IN Memory CPU Fan Sony Panel 1394 i.LINK SWI (Config.switch)

  • Page 60: Memory Module (Dimm) Slots

    VAIO Slimtop System Reference Manual Memory Module (DIMM) Slots DIMM1 DIMM2 Both sides of each Dual Inline Memory Module (DIMM) look very similar. The side with pin 1 has a small "1" to the left of pin 1. Be sure to orient a DIMM correctly in the DIMM connector (a small triangle on the connector indicates pin 1).

  • Page 61: Power (Atx Pwr) Header

    System Board Power (ATX PWR) Header The ATX PWR connector is a 20-pin Molex-type header connector that provides power to the system board. ATX PWR Power connector Pin # Name Pin # Name +3.3 V +3.3 V +3.3 V -12 V +5 V PS-ON# (power supply remote on/off control)

  • Page 62: Clr Cmos Jumper

    The computer ships with the CMOS switch (#1) set to OFF (Normal) and the VGA_INT switch (#2) set to OFF (Disable). Do not change the position of any switch unless directed by a Sony- authorized technical support person. Configuration switches (SWI)

  • Page 63: Chapter 5 Cmos Setup Options

    Chapter 5 CMOS Setup Options This chapter describes each screen in the Award BIOS Setup Utility (see “Accessing the CMOS Setup Utility” on page 16). The Award BIOS setup has five menu items on the menu bar. These are: ❑ Main ❑...
  • Page 64 VAIO Slimtop System Reference Manual Press F10 to save the changes and exit, or press Esc to discard the changes. Follow the on-screen prompts for other choices. The bottom of the screen presents a summary of the keys to use for navigation and control.

  • Page 65: Main Screen

    CMOS Setup Options Main Screen System Time [00:00:00] System Date [01/01/2001] Legacy Diskette A [None] 360 K, 5.25 in. 1.2 M, 5.25 in. 720 K, 3.5 in. 1.44 M, 3.5 in. 2.88 M, 3.5 in. Primary Master (see “IDE Sub-Menus” on page 54) Primary Slave (see “IDE Sub-Menus”...
  • Page 66 VAIO Slimtop System Reference Manual IDE Sub-Menus Type [Auto] User Type HDD CD-RW/DVD combo LS-120 ZIP-100 Other ATAPI Device None Cylinders [1024] † Heads [255] † Sectors [63] CHS Capacity 8422 MB Maximum LBA Capacity 40020 MB (actual size depends on model) Multi-Sector Transfers [Maximum] Disabled...
  • Page 67 CMOS Setup Options Keyboard Features Sub-Menu Boot Up NumLock Status [On] Keyboard Auto-Repeat Rate [12/Sec] 15/Sec 20/Sec 24/Sec 30/Sec 6/Sec 8/Sec 10/Sec Keyboard Auto-Repeat Delay [1/4 Sec] 1/2 Sec 3/4 Sec 1 Sec...

  • Page 68: Advanced Screen

    VAIO Slimtop System Reference Manual Advanced Screen Current CPU Internal Frequency 1B GHz (depends on model) CPU Frequency Mutiple [7.5x] FSB/SDRAM Freq. (MHz) [133/133] CPU Level 1 Cache [Enabled] Disabled CPU Level 2 Cache [Enabled] Disabled CPU Level 2 Cache ECC Check [Disabled] Enabled Processor Serial Number...
  • Page 69 CMOS Setup Options Chip Configuration Sub-Menu SDRAM Timing [By SPD] User Define SDRAM CAS Latency [3 T] SDRAM RAS to CAS Delay [4 T] SDRAM RAS Precharge Time [3 T] Refresh RAS Assertion [5 T] Refresh Queue Depth [12] SDRAM Refresh Mode [Simultaneous] Staggered 1T Memory Hole At Address...
  • Page 70 VAIO Slimtop System Reference Manual VGA LCD TV Display Type [Auto (BIOS Default)] CRT1 Only Composite NTSC CRT1 + Composite NTSC Composite PAL CRT1 + Composite PAL S-Video NTSC CRT1 + S-Video NTSC S-Video PAL CRT1 + S-Video PAL SCART CRT1 + SCART LCD with Scaling CRT1 + LCD with Scaling...
  • Page 71 CMOS Setup Options I/O Device Configuration Sub-Menu Onboard AC97 Audio Controller [Enabled] Disabled Onboard Serial Port 1 [Disabled] 3F8H/IRQ4 2F8H/IRQ3 3E8H/IRQ4 2E8H/IRQ10 Onboard Serial Port 2 [2F8H/IRQ3] 3E8H/IRQ4 2E8H/IRQ10 Disabled 3F8H/IRQ4 Onboard Parallel Port [Disabled] 3BCH/IRQ7 378H/IRQ7 278H/IRQ5 PCI Configuration Sub-Menu Slot 1 IRQ [Auto] Slot 2 IRQ...
  • Page 72 VAIO Slimtop System Reference Manual Shadow Configuration Sub-Menu Video ROM BIOS Shadow [Enabled] Disabled C8000-CBFFF Shadow [Disabled] Enabled CC000-CFFFF Shadow [Disabled] Enabled D0000-D3FFF Shadow [Disabled] Enabled D4000-D7FFF Shadow [Disabled] Enabled D8000-DBFFF Shadow [Disabled] Enabled DC000-DFFFF Shadow [Disabled] Enabled...

  • Page 73: Power Screen

    CMOS Setup Options Power Screen Power Management [User Define] Disabled Min Saving Max Saving Video Off Option [Suspend -> Off] Always On Video Method [DPMS OFF] DPMS Reduce ON Blank Screen V/H SYNC+Blank DPMS Stand by DPMS Suspend HDD Power Down [Disabled] 1 Min 2 Min...
  • Page 74 VAIO Slimtop System Reference Manual Power Up Control AC PWR Loss Restart [Disabled] Enabled Automatic PWR Up [Disabled] Everyday By Date HardWare Monitor MB Temperature [(displays actual temperature)] Ignore CPU Temperature [(displays actual temperature)] Ignore Power Fan Speed [(displays actual RPM)] Ignore CPU Fan Speed [(displays actual RPM)]...

  • Page 75: Boot Screen

    CMOS Setup Options Boot Screen 1. ATAPI CD-ROM [(displays installed drive)] Disabled 2. Removable Device [USB FDD] USB ZIP Disabled Legacy Floppy LS120 ZIP-100 ATAPI MO 3. IDE Hard Drive [(displays installed drive)] Disabled 4. Other Boot Device [INT18 Device (Network)] SCSI Boot Device Disabled Plug &...

  • Page 76: Exit Screen

    VAIO Slimtop System Reference Manual Exit Screen Exit Saving Changes Exit Discarding Changes Load Setup Defaults Discard Changes Save Changes...

  • Page 77: Chapter 6 - Miscellaneous Technical Information

    Chapter 6 Miscellaneous Technical Information This chapter contains information on the following subjects: ❑ User and Supervisor password ❑ Beep code error messages ❑ PCI configuration status and error messages ❑ DMA channel assignments ❑ IRQ assignments ❑ System I/O address map ❑...

  • Page 78: User And Supervisor Passwords

    VAIO Slimtop System Reference Manual User and Supervisor Passwords The system allows you to specify up to two passwords (a User password and a Supervisor password) in the BIOS Setup Utility. The User password is required; the Supervisor password is optional. Access to the BIOS Setup Utility depends on which passwords were previously set, as indicated next.

  • Page 79: Beep Code Error Messages

    OK. Other beep patterns signify errors. The number of beeps indicates the specific error that occurred. The Sony Online Support technical representative needs to know how many beeps your system produces if there is an error, so count the number of beeps before calling for support.

  • Page 80: Pci Configuration Status And Error Messages

    VAIO Slimtop System Reference Manual PCI Configuration Status and Error Messages The following is a list of status and error messages that may appear on your system from time to time. Message Meaning Floppy Disk Controller The floppy disk controller has requested a Resource Conflict resource that is already in use.

  • Page 81: Dma Channel Assignments

    Miscellaneous Technical Information DMA Channel Assignments This shows the factory default values. The Windows® operating system reassigns resources to best meet the needs of a particular configuration. Default Channel Assignment Channel 4 Direct memory access controller...

  • Page 82: Irq Assignments

    SiS 7018 Audio Driver (PCI) 9 SiS 900 PCI Fast Ethernet Adapter (PCI) 9 Sony Memory Stick® controller (PCI) (PCI) 9 Texas Instruments OHCI Compliant IEEE 1394 Host Controller ✍ This shows the factory default values. Windows® XP operating system reassigns resources to best meet the needs of a particular configuration.

  • Page 83: System I/O Address Map

    Miscellaneous Technical Information System I/O Address Map Address Range (hex) Description 00000000-0000000F Direct memory access controller 00000000-00000CF7 PCI bus 00000010-0000001F Motherboard resources 00000020-*00000021 Programmable interrupt controller 00000022-0000002D Motherboard resources 00000030-0000003F Motherboard resources 00000040-00000043 System timer 00000044-0000005F Motherboard resources 00000060-00000060 Standard 101/102-Key or Microsoft® Natural PS/2® Keyboard 00000061-00000061 System speaker...
  • Page 84 VAIO Slimtop System Reference Manual Address Range (hex) Description 000003C0-000003DF SiS 630/730 000003C0-000003DF SIS Processor to AGP Controller 000003F0-000003F1 Motherboard resources 000003F6-000003F6 Primary IDE Channel 000003F8-000003FF Communications Port (COM1) 00000480-0000048F Motherboard resources 000004D0-000004D1 Motherboard resources 00000080-0000090 Direct memory access controller 00000091-00000093 Motherboard resources 00000094-0000009F...
  • Page 85 Miscellaneous Technical Information Address Range (hex) Description 00090000-00009FFF SIS Processor to AGP Controller 00009800-0000897F SiS 630/730 0000A800-0000A8FF SiS 7018 Audio Driver 0000B000-0000B0FF SiS 900 PCI Fast Ethernet Adapter 0000B400-0000B40F SiS PCI IDE Controller 0000E400-0000E4FE Motherboard resources 0000E4FF-0000E4FF Mtoherboard resources 0000FD00-0000FDFF Ricoh R/RL/RT/RC/5C475(II), R5C520 or Compatible CardBus Controller 0000FE00-0000FEFF...

  • Page 86: Memory Map

    Lucent Win Modem CC000000-CC003FFF Texas Instruments OHCI Compliant IEEE 1394 Host Controller CC800000-CC8007FF Texas Instruments OHCI Compliant IEEE 1394 Host Controller CD000000-CD0003FF Sony Memory Stick® controller (PCI) CD800000-CD81FFFF SiS 630/730 CD800000-CDFFFFFF SIS Processor to AGP Controller CD000000-CD000FFF SiS 7018 Audio Driver CE800000-CD800FFF...

  • Page 87: Chapter 7 - Specifications

    Chapter 7 Specifications This chapter describes the technical specifications for your Sony computer. Processor See Specifications sheet for details. Chipset SiS630 chipset PCI Bus PCI Level 2.1, 33 MHz zero wait state 2 PCI slots (one open) Memory Modules (DIMMs) Installed memory See Specifications sheet for details.

  • Page 88: Memory Configurations

    VAIO Slimtop System Reference Manual Memory Configurations DIMM1 DIMM2 0, 8, 16, 32, 64, 128, 256 0, 8, 16, 32, 64, 128, 256 * SDRAM is expandable to 512 MB. Computer SDRAM is unbuffered DIMM, specification Rev. 1.0 or later. Your computer does not support EDO memory or buffered DIMM memory.

  • Page 89: Audio

    Specifications Audio Sound chip SIS 630 sound controller plus AC97 Wave synthesis SiS7018 Sound effects Compatible with DirectSound Audio sampling rate Up to 48 kHz at 16 bits Rear panel Line In (from audio output connector) Communications Modem V.90 compatible data/fax modem (REN 0.79B) (Installed modem may vary depending on the system configuration...

  • Page 90: I.link Interface

    VAIO Slimtop System Reference Manual i.LINK Interface Ports Two (one at front panel, one at rear panel) Speed Up to 400 Mbps Chipset TI TSB12LV22 and TSB41LV03 OHCI Enable/disable function From BIOS Ethernet Interface Connector RJ-45 (on rear panel) Type of LAN Ethernet Speed 10Base-T/100Base-TX...

  • Page 91: Index

    Index codes, beeps communications specifications add-in card computer installing lithium battery removing configuration switch address map, system configuring audio specifications CMOS setup utility power management system board battery - See lithium battery connectors beep codes i.LINK (IEEE1394) BIOS - See Also CMOS power BIOS setup utility advanced screen...
  • Page 92 VAIO Slimtop System Reference Manual error messages L2 cache specifications beep codes LCD connector PCI configuration LINE and PHONE connectors Ethernet connector lithium battery expansion slots disposal specifications for safety precautions lithium battery, replacing fax/modem See Also communications memory front view See Also system memory buttons and switches memory map...
  • Page 93 Index replacing supervisor password hard drive switches lithium battery CMOS system cover VGA_INT resolution - See graphics controller system board specifications configuring memory module connector power connector slot - See Also I/O slot and expansion system cover slot removing slot cover, removing replacing specifications system I/O address map...
  • Page 94 VAIO Slimtop System Reference Manual...

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