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30 VAIO Computer 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 If necessary, remove the memory module you wish to replace (see "Removing a Memory Module" on page 32). 2 Remove the new memory module(s) from its anti-static package. Hold the memory module only by its edges to prevent staticelectricity damage. 3 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 256 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 DIMM2 0, 8, 16, 32, 64, 128 ! Touch any exposed metal part of the chassis to discharge static electricity in your body before handling a memory module.  Use only 100 MHz FSB-supported memory. Do not mix 66 MHz memory with 100 MHz memory. Supports SDRAM memory. Does not support EDO memory or buffered DIMM memory.

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VAIO Computer Reference Manual
30
Installing System Memory
1
If necessary, remove the memory module you wish to replace (see
“Removing a Memory Module”
on page 32).
2
Remove the new memory module(s) from its anti-static package.
Hold the memory module only by its edges to prevent static-
electricity damage.
3
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 256 MB. The BIOS automatically detects the type, size,
and speed of the memory modules.
!
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.
Memory module configurations (MB)
DIMM1
DIMM2
0, 8, 16, 32, 64, 128
0, 8, 16, 32, 64, 128
!
Touch any exposed metal part of the chassis to discharge static electricity in
your body before handling a memory module.
Use only 100 MHz FSB-supported memory. Do not mix 66 MHz memory with 100 MHz
memory. Supports SDRAM memory. Does not support EDO memory or buffered DIMM
memory.