Sony PCV-J150 - Manual (Page 49)

Removing, Installing, and Replacing Components 35
Installing System Memory
1
Remove the new memory module(s) from its anti-static package.
Hold the memory module only by its edges to prevent static-
electricity damage.
2
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.
3
Disconnect the power cord from the computer.
4
Remove the side panel (see “Removing the Side Panel” on page 22).
5
Remove the front panel (see “Removing the Front Panel” on page 23).
!
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)
*
* The PCV-J150 ships with 64 MB. SDRAM is expandable to 512
MB.
DIMM1 DIMM2
0, 8, 16, 32, 64, 128, 256 0, 8, 16, 32, 64, 128, 256
!
Touch any exposed metal part of the chassis to discharge static electricity in
your body before handling a memory module.
✍
Use only 3.3V 64-bit PC-133 SDRAM DIMM modules. Do not mix 66 MHz or
100MHz memory with 133 MHz memory. Supports SDRAM memory. Does not
support EDO memory or buffered DIMM memory.