Sony VAIO C1 PictureBook PCG-C1X User manual

VAIO®C1 PictureBook™
Computer Adding Memory
PCG-C1X
In the future you may want to install memory modules to expand the
functionality of your computer. You can increase memory to 128 MB by
installing optional memory modules. 64 MB of memory are already
installed on your computer. You can add another memory module in a
slot. 32 and 64 MB expansion memory modules are available as optional
memory modules.
❑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.
❑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 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 described below only at anESD
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 module from ESD.
❑Use the special bag for preventing ESD or use aluminum foil when
you store the memory module.
!Make sure you observe the proper safety precautions when you install memory modules in
your computer. See the bulletedlist below. Be careful when adding memory. Mistakes when
installing or removing a memory module may cause a malfunction.

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Typical expansion memory configuration
* 64 MB is the default memory amount.
To install a memory module
1Turn off your computer and remove all the cables connected to it. You
must also remove the battery.
2When the computer has cooled completely, turn it upside down.
Gently insert a wire or other pointed object into the hole next to the
lid of the memory module compartment. Slide the lid off in the
direction of the arrow.
3Discharge static electricity by touching a grounded metal object.
Total System Memory
(MB) On-board (MB) Slot (MB)
64* 64 Empty
96 64 32
128 64 64
!The computer remains hot after it has been turned off. To avoid burns to fingers or hands,
let the computer cool completely before detaching the memory module lid.

To install a memory module 3
4If the compartment contains a memory module, remove it. Lift the
memory module by its edges to remove it from the computer.
5Unpack the new memory module. Discharge static electricity by
touching a grounded metal object. Remove the new memory module
from its package.
6Install the memory module by matching the connector on the
memory module unit to the connector on the computer.
Lift by the edges
Align the module
Memory module
with the white
guideline

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7Gently press the white stripe of the memory module tightly into
place.
8Close the memory module compartment lid by sliding it back into
place until it clicks.
9Turn on the computer.
10 Right-click the My Computer icon and select Properties. The System
Properties screen appears.
11 Click the Performance tab to view memory. If the additional memory
is not shown, repeat steps 1-11.
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