Installing System Memory - Sony PCV-RX450 - Vaio Desktop Computer System Reference Manual

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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.
1
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-RX450/PCV-RX460 ships with at least 128 MB. SDRAM is
expandable to 512 MB. Your model may ship with more than 128 MB
SDRAM depending on the configuration you purchased.
✍
Use only 133 MHz FSB-supported memory. Does not support EDO memory or buffered
SDRAM memory.
2
Remove the side cover (see
3
Remove the power supply (see
page 45).
4
If necessary, remove the memory module you wish to replace (see
"Removing a Memory Module"
!
Touch any exposed metal part of the chassis to discharge static electricity in
your body before handling a memory module.
5
If necessary, remove any previously installed AGP cards.
6
Remove the new memory module(s) from its anti-static package.
Hold the memory module only by its edges to prevent static-
electricity damage.
*
DIMM2
0, 8, 16, 32, 64, 128, 256
"Removing the Side Cover"
"Removing the Power Supply"
on page 37).
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