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Replacing the Cover, If necessary, remove any cables, add-in cards

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1. Attach any internal cables that the board requires (see the manual for the add-in board). 2. Replace the cover and reinstall the screws as described on Replacing the Cover. 3. Connect all peripheral devices and AC power, and then turn on the computer. Adding Memory The computer has two memory slots. For memory upgrades, use only 3.3V 64-bit PC-100 SDRAM DIMM modules. Sony computer supplies, accessories, and peripherals can be purchased from your dealer or by contacting Sony at http://www.sony.com/accessories. To install memory Make sure you observe the proper safety precautions when you add DIMMs to your Sony computer. See Notes on Use in the VAIO Consumer Information Guide . 1. Shut down your computer and turn off all peripheral devices, such as your printer. 2. Unplug your computer and any peripheral devices. 3. Remove the cover as described on page Removing the Cover. 4. If necessary, remove any cables, add-in cards, or other components to access the DIMM sockets. 5. Handle the DIMM only by the edges, and remove it from its anti-static package. 6. Locate the keys on the bottom edge of the DIMM . 7. Align the DIMM over the socket. To avoid damaging the DIMM socket, move the DIMM socket tabs slightly outward to relieve pressure. The DIMM should then click easily into place. Page 292

Section	Page
Notice to Users	1
Read Me First	2
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)	6
Supplementary Information	10
Recovering Microsoft® Word 2000	14
Standby Mode	18
Upgrading Your Computer	22
Hard Drive Partition	26
Switching Between NTSC and PAL Standards	30
VAIO Smart™ Keyboard Default Settings	34
Memory Upgrade Specifications	38
Restoring Outlook Express	42
Self-launching CDs	46
Enabling Smart Connect	50
If You Get an Error Message When Your Modem Tries to Dial	54
For Answers to Your Software Questions	58
Welcome	62
Features	66
Unpacking Your Computer	70
Computer and Supplied Accessories	74
Manuals	78
Recovery CDs	82
Other	86
Software Library	90
Back Panel Overview	94
Front Panel Overview	98
Setting Up Your Computer	102
Registering Your Computer	106
Using the VAIO Smart™ Keyboard and the Wheel Mouse	110
Connecting the Optional Palmrest	114
Changing the Window Design of Sony Software	118
VAIO Action Setup (PCV-R547DS/PCV-R549DS only)	122
Using the Wheel Mouse	126
Using the Standby Function	130
Standby Mode Indicators	134
Shutting Down Your Computer	138
Sony Digital Media Park Applications	142
Media Bar™	145
DVgate™ Applications	148
PictureGear™	151
Smart Capture	154
Using Digital Video	157
Connecting a Digital Video Recorder	160
Using DVgate	163
Hard Drive Partition	166
Applications That Use the TWAIN Driver	169
i.LINK (IEEE-1394) Compatibility	172
Enabling Smart Connect	175
Troubleshooting	178
Using the System Recovery CD(s)	191
Using the Application Recovery CD(s)	204
About the Software on Your Computer	217
About Your Recovery CDs	230
For Answers to Your Software Questions	243
Sony Service Center	256
Specifications	269
Upgrading and Maintaining Your VAIO® Computer	282
Removing the Cover	290
Inserting an Add-in Board	298
Adding Memory	306
Replacing the Lithium Battery	314
Installing an Additional Hard Disk Drive	322
Replacing the Cover	330
Consumer Information Guide	338
Choosing a Location for Your Computer	344
Resources	350
Notes on Use	356
On the Power Source	362
On Disposal of the Lithium Battery	368
On Handling	374
On Installation	380
On Moisture Condensation	386
On Upgrading the System	392
On Handling an LCD Display	398
On Handling a CRT Display	404
On Using the Hard Disk Drive	410
On Handling Diskettes	416
On Handling CD or DVD Media	422
On Cleaning CD or DVD Media	428

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Attach any internal cables that the board requires (see the manual for the add-in board).

Replace the cover and reinstall the screws as described on

Replacing the Cover

Connect all peripheral devices and AC power, and then turn on the computer.

Adding Memory

The computer has two memory slots. For memory upgrades, use only 3.3V 64-bit PC-100 SDRAM

DIMM modules. Sony computer supplies, accessories, and peripherals can be purchased from your

dealer or by contacting Sony at

http://www.sony.com/accessories

To install memory

Make sure you observe the proper safety precautions when you add DIMMs to your Sony computer. See

Notes on Use

in the VAIO

Consumer Information Guide

Shut down your computer and turn off all peripheral devices, such as your printer.

Unplug your computer and any peripheral devices.

Remove the cover as described on page

Removing the Cover

If necessary, remove any cables, add-in cards, or other components to access the DIMM

sockets.

Handle the DIMM only by the edges, and remove it from its anti-static package.

Locate the keys on the bottom edge of the DIMM .

Align the DIMM over the socket.

To avoid damaging the DIMM socket, move the DIMM socket tabs slightly outward to relieve pressure. The

DIMM should then click easily into place.

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