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Installing memory modules – Sony PCV-RS310 User Manual

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Installing Memory Modules

Your system supports DDR-SDRAM memory modules. See the
"Specifications" chapter for details on the type of memory your system
supports. The DDR-SDRAM memory modules can be single- or double-
sided and installed in either socket.

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 module size is 128 MB. The
maximum memory module size is 512 MB. The BIOS automatically
detects the type, size and speed of the memory modules.

2

Remove the side panel (see

“Removing the Cover”

on page 26).

3

Remove the power supply (see

“Removing the Power Supply”

on

page 47).

4

If necessary, remove the memory module you wish to replace (see

“Removing a memory module”

on page 35).

5

If necessary, remove any previously installed PCI cards.

!

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.

Memory module configurations (MB)

*

* Your computer ships with at least 256 MB of memory. Your model may ship with more than 256 MB

DDR-SDRAM depending on the configuration you purchased.

DIMM1

DIMM2

DIMM3

DIMM4

PCV-RS310 Series

0, 128,
256, 512

0, 128,
256, 512

PCV-RS320 Series

0, 128,
256, 512

0, 128,
256, 512

0, 128,
256, 512

0, 128,
256, 512

Your system does not support EDO, buffered DDR-SDRAM, or PC100/133 SDRAM
memory.

!

Touch any exposed metal portion of the chassis to discharge static

electricity in your body before handling a memory module.